As people who support someone living with diabetes, we not only care for our loved ones, we also care about them.
Emotional Wellbeing
Diabetes etiquette guide for people without diabetes
People with diabetes are often faced with thoughtless or ill-considered behavior from other people. Often this is due to lack of understanding about the condition and its management.
Motivational interviewing for teenagers with diabetes
Parents have asked me how they can help their teenagers when they notice their behaviours have changed.
Supporting parents during transition
Transitioning a son or daughter into an adult diabetic program from a pediatric family-child-centred diabetic program can be very emotionally upsetting for parents and the caregivers of these 18 year olds with diabetes.
Supporting someone who is at risk of hypoglycemia
As you have read in previous blogs, hypoglycemia (low blood sugar or insulin shock) occurs when the blood sugar level drops below the normal range.
Common concerns after a diagnosis of type 2 diabetes
All kinds of feelings accompany a diagnosis of type 2 diabetes – shame, anger, or even sadness – but fear is probably the most common emotion. Below are some common concerns after a diagnosis of type 2 diabetes, and some tips regarding how you can address them.
