Hey Ginger,
Does diabetes ever make you depressed? A kid in my high school has diabetes and he told me he also goes to a doctor because his diabetes makes him depressed. I get really angry about my diabetes sometimes, and it’s been getting worse since I got into high school. I just wish I ...
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Maggie
Thursday, October 29, 2009 at 01:25 PMre: Untitled Comment
Ginger Vieira
Thursday, October 29, 2009 at 09:11 PMMaggie!
Great point about how important it is to talk to someone, and not let everything fester inside!
Thanks for writing :)
Ginger
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Posted 04/26 Comments (4)
Okay, I thought this was totally bizarre at first, but...
I just try to remember that diabetes is a part of me. Of course, I am not defined solely by my disease, but my day wouldn't be complete without finger sticks and carb-counting. Even though it sounds corny, every one is different in his/her own way; some people have severe asthma, some are allergic to peanuts, some don't identify with peers their age. When I get upset because my diabetes makes me "different," I try to remind myself that everyone is different.
I also think it is AMAZING help to talk to someone about frustration and depression. To me, I feel more stressed when I'm pressured to keep feelings inside. Whether it's writing feelings down in a diary, talking to your dog, or meeting with a therapist, it's a huge relief to let your feelings out.
It's totally normal to feel down about diabetes--there are lots of us out there who are frustrated with you!
Maggie