Support groups bring together a number of individuals who are facing similar challenges. These challenges may range from specific personal health issues like diabetes, to relationship or emotional health issues, or the more comprehensive range of challenges faced by people like caregivers.
Finding support
The burden of living with diabetes can seem overwhelming at times. Without support it can lead to emotional turmoil, stress and even depression. During these times, it is important to remember that you are not alone. There are many resources available to help you.
Support goes beyond diabetes medical specialists. It also includes emotional and mental health guidance and assistance from social workers, psychologists, advocates for financial aid for people living with diabetes, diabetes support groups and, of course, family and friends.
In this section we’ve grouped articles that focus on helping you create a diabetes support plan so you can locate and access support you need when you need it.
Children’s diabetes support groups
Children’s diabetes support groups can offer comfort, hope and encouragement to kids who have the disease, as well as their families. Read about children’s diabetes support groups in this article.
Support Groups
Everyone needs support at some point in their lives, and people with diabetes are no exception. The burden of living with – and managing – your condition can sometimes seem overwhelming. There are lots of places you can seek support (including support groups), and lots of activities you can participate in to ensure that you feel supported.
Sharing your diabetes information with roommates
As September approaches, moving away from home whether youre off to college or university, or to a new job can be both exciting and scary.
The value of online support programs for diabetes distress or depression
It’s well known that people with diabetes are prone to depression. In fact, it’s believed that about 30% of people with diabetes experience depression.
