[Jillkg]

I am 17 and just got diagnosed with type 1 in January of this year. It was such a shock for me and my family because even though I runs in my family, no one expected it. It was also right around the time of final exams so it made my life even more stressful! My teacher at school also has type 1 and has had it for about 4 years. She is such a great role model because she manages her life so well. If I didn't have her, my life would be a mess. Right now I'm having a hard time mentally coping with it, just thinking about it sometimes, gets me worked up. But I have decided that I am going to just live my life and not make diabetes a huge part of it!

[littleprincess]

Good for you! Wonderful attitude - my daughter is type 1 and she's only 3
We are trying to bring her up with an - so I've got diabetes... So what! - attitude.
It's hard enough for her to deal with the diabetes - to get depressed on top of that would be truly awful.
Surround yourself with good people and don't let the diabetes hold you back!
Bless you much on your journey

[dano]

Jill;

Welcome to the Forum!

Diabetes is an inconvenience, I wish you well in your new journey. Good luck with your control and management!