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Behavior

Our 11 year old is always sneaking food, which is leading to poor blood sugar control. Talking and punishment don’t help. What should we do?

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My son often acts “hyper,” angry and aggressive when his blood sugar is high. Where can I find information about this? Are there any books?

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After 14 years with diabetes, I have advanced kidney complications. I have not taken care of myself and eat because of anxiety. Are there any pills to help with the anxiety? Is there a diet/exercise plan I could try?

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My mum had a foot ulcer that is healing well, but she now has no appetite and her neck is very stiff. Should I be worried about kidney failure?

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Recently, I experienced something like a “high” when drunk. After a second episode, I was diagnosed with a UTI and given an antibiotic. What caused the “high?”

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My boyfriend is so needlephobic, he often doesn’t give himself insulin. His mood changes and he suffers physically. He’s considering a pump. Is there one that uses NovoLog? How can I help him get his diabetes under control?

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Diagnosed with type 1 in September, the reality of this has hit my daughter. She just isn’t herself. Her schoolwork is slipping. How can I help her?

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At Kindergarten, my son misbehaves when his blood sugar drops rapidly and in order to get sent home. He will not let the staff test his blood sugar. How do I get him to be cooperative at school?

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My teen has started a week long fast. He plans to consume juice or milk only for lows. What are the risks involved?

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Now five, my daughter has become defiant, rebellious, devious, and at times, violent. Many times, this occurs when her blood sugar is high. How do we get the behaviors under control? How do we discipline her and get her to control herself better?

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