Recently Diagnosed - Type 1 AdultIf you or someone you care for has recently been diagnosed with diabetes, you are no doubt experiencing a range of emotions. Fear, anger, denial, frustration, depression and uncertainty are just a few of them, and are very common. You are not alone. This area of our Web site can help ease your fears and teach you more about living with diabetes, caring for someone with diabetes, and connect you with others affected by diabetes who will listen and share their own experiences. Finding out you or someone you love has diabetes is scary. But don't panic. Diabetes is serious, but people with diabetes can live long, healthy, happy lives. The links below will direct you to basic information, expert advice and peer support. Straight Answers About Type 1 DiabetesFind answers to common basic concerns associated with being recently diagnosed, and learn about diabetes conditions, treatments and complications.
Managing Your DiabetesFind information on basic nutrition, health care, and other important resources.
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Adults with Type 1 Message Board "Type 1 diabetes can be a very isolating disease. People close to me often try to lend me their support and encouragement, but they don't really understand the everyday struggles that I face."
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Adults with Type 1 Message Board
Managing type 1 diabetes can be a full time job. Share your thoughts and experiences with other adults within the type 1 diabetes community.Teens and Young Adults Message Board
Teenagers and young adults with diabetes have unique issues. This is a place to discuss those issues and to share solutions. Sometimes it's just a place to vent.Recently Diagnosed Message Board
It's essential for people with diabetes to take care of themselves and you'll meet lots of helpful, friendly people here who will help you through it.Find a community support group
Support outside the family is important. Find someone in your area with whom you can talk to about your feelings, fears, and frustrations.
Additional Resources
2006 Resource Guide
This supplement to the Association's Magazine, Diabetes Forecast, is a comprehensive guide to diabetes products and services to help you get the most out of your diabetes care.Diabetes Enewsletters
Whether you're looking for diabetes news updates, book information or ways to get involved, the American Diabetes Association has an e-newsletter that's right for you.My Food Advisor™
This unique calorie and carbohydrate counting tool can help with diabetes management and nutrition.
Message Boards
This is your space to share ideas and opinions on a variety of topics with people affected by diabetes. The American Diabetes Association does not review all information shared in the Message Boards area for accuracy. Those who use the Message Boards Area are strongly advised to consult their health care professional before altering any treatment.
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