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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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My daughter feels that having diabetes is unfair and that she should be able to eat whatever she wants. But, she does not take insulin for all the food she eats. What should I do? Is depression normal for children with diabetes?

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Following a very low blood sugar, my daughter was very confused. What can you tell me about this behavior? In the past, she would get violent when low. She is now in Fairbanks, Alaska and does not have an endocrinologist.

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How do I know if my 14-year-old son has an eating disorder? He lost 16 pounds over the summer and has kept it off. We struggle to get him to eat.

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My son has been lying about his blood sugars, not checking, not bolusing properly, etc. What should I do to get him back on track?

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My 18-year-old has taken over her diabetes care while living at home. Her A1c is around 12, so she’s not taking very good care of herself. How do I help her transition into adulthood? Should I try to resume some of her diabetes care?

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Diagnosed nine years ago, my daughter seems to be suffering from diabetes burnout, does not want to discuss it, seems sad at times. How can I help her?

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I am psychotherapist looking for age appropriate resources for a 12 year and his mother to learn about diabetes because his doctor only gave them the medical explanation of diabetes. The boy is very scared he is going to die and believes his mother gives him ‘the needle’ just to be mean.

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My son was diagnosed six months ago at age 12. I’m reluctant to let him out of my sight now. Just when he seems to be interested in spending time with friends (including overnights), I’ve become this very overly protective mom. Is it unreasonable for me to expect his friends to visit him only at his house where I can monitor his blood sugar?

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Our 12 year old son has had diabetes for 11 years. He has chosen diabetes as his weapon for rebellion, and is skipping meals and snacks, and chooses to “forget” to do his insulin.

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