Tag: Children

John & The Diabetes Police

Posted in Children, children with diabetes, Dealing with diabetes, Diabetes, Family, Mental Health, Parents, Relationships, Siblings

John, the subject on everyone’s mind. He was diagnosed with diabetes when he was only 4 years old, and back then, he needed people around him to help him manage his diabetes. He believed that adults had his best interest at heart and didn’t mind suggestions about what to eat. As he got older, his…… Continue reading John & The Diabetes Police

Andre’s Stressful Halloween

Posted in Binge Eating, Children, Dealing with diabetes, Diabetes, Diabetes Management, Halloween, High Blood Glucose, Holidays, Self Help, UncategorizedLeave a comment

The weather forecast for tonight said it was going to be a perfect night for trick-or-treating, with clear skies and temperatures in the mid-60s. Andre woke up thinking about the leaves changing color, which put him in a good mood. He always loves this time of the year. Today is Halloween, and Andre turned 12-years-old…… Continue reading Andre’s Stressful Halloween

Halloween Past

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Halloween night is great!!! A client of mine discusses his experience. He got tons of candy and since he could no longer have it every day he was looking forward to it more than ever. In denial, he had made himself believe he would be able to keep it. It started like every other Halloween.…… Continue reading Halloween Past