Cheryl Harris-Taylor, Author at Diabetes Care Community

Cheryl Harris-Taylor

Cheryl Harris-Taylor BSW, MSW, RSW has recently retired from the Endocrinology program at Women’s College Hospital. During her time in this position, she has become involved in the psychosocial and behavioral issues of diabetes, helping a diverse population cope and adjust their lifestyle to be able to manage their diabetes. She continues to stay informed with the ever-changing world of diabetes and the affects this illness has on individuals. Ms. Harris-Taylor received her Master of Clinical Social Work degree from the University of Calgary. After graduating, she worked in Calgary in Child Welfare and then moved to the Netherlands where she established her own private practice. Fifteen years ago, she and her family moved to Toronto where she started work in hospital settings, first in psychiatry, then in the prenatal department, and later working with seniors, advocating for better services. Ms. Harris-Taylor enjoys challenges and stimulation in her life. One specific accomplishment was climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro in 2009.

Emotional eating and diabetes

Cheryl Harris-Taylor July 17, 2016 Support

Have you ever gone to your fridge and taken the box of ice-cream and eaten most or all of the ice cream?

Transitioning from pediatric to adult care

Cheryl Harris-Taylor June 11, 2016 Finding support, Support

Transitioning from a pediatrics diabetes program to an adult diabetes program can be exciting and also an unknown, which can be scary for the 18 year old and their parents or caregiver.

The importance of being grateful

Cheryl Harris-Taylor May 1, 2016 Living Well With Diabetes -Articles, Support

People who are more grateful for their lives tend to be happier and healthier than those who are less grateful.

Hypertension and its link to stress

Cheryl Harris-Taylor March 13, 2016 Managing stress, Support

As you have read in previous blogs, hypertension or high blood pressure can contribute to diabetes complications. One factor that can cause hypertension is stress.

The costs of diabetes

Cheryl Harris-Taylor February 6, 2016 Support

The financial costs for managing diabetes can be insurmountable, especially for those without a private medical insurance plan.

Diabetes resolutions for the New Year

Cheryl Harris-Taylor January 3, 2016 Support

The beginning of a new year is a perfect time to think about establishing new personal goals, or change habits.

What is a diabetes support group?

Cheryl Harris-Taylor December 15, 2015 Finding support, Support

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.