Counselor’s Corner: I’m so afraid of the complications from hyperglycemia I let my blood sugars go too low.

Worrying about extreme low blood sugars is common for many people with type 1, but there are also some people who are so concerned about continuously high blood sugars they keep their numbers dangerously low.

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Counselor’s Corner: I’m starting a new job and I’m nervous about managing my diabetes in a new work environment. Any advice?

Starting a new job can give anyone a little anxiety, but when diabetes is thrown in the mix it can be a lot more stressful. Here are a couple of strategies that can help ease the transition to a new work environment.

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Counselor’s Corner: How and when do I tell my new significant other about my diabetes?

Dating can cause enough anxiety without throwing in the curveball of diabetes. How do you know when it’s the right time to share this part of your life with a new partner?

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I’m So Afraid of Going Low, I Let My Blood Sugars Run High. How Can I Get Over this Fear?

Diabetes psychologist (and type 1) Dr. Mark Heyman addresses a very common fear for people living with both type 1 and type 2 diabetes.

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I’ve had type 2 for 20 years and now my doctor wants me to start insulin – it makes me feel like a failure.

If your diabetes doctor thinks you should start insulin, it doesn’t mean you aren’t managing your condition well. You probably need to start insulin because your pancreas is failing, not you.

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