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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.

As a social worker working with individuals with diabetes, I have become more aware of how depression, and anxiety are common symptoms.

Communication can play an important role in relationships between people with diabetes and the family and friends who support them.

Parents have asked me how they can help their teenagers when they notice their behaviours have changed.

Parents of young adults with diabetes often share the difficulty adjusting to the transition from pediatric medical care to adult endocrinology care.

While many people with diabetes might not describe their condition as a “disability,” people who spend a great deal of time – and have great difficulty – with their day-to-day diabetes management, may be able to apply for a disability tax credit from the Canada Revenue Agency.

Let’s start with the truth: caregiving can be tough!