A Psychologist’s Perspective on T1D and Health Disparities
The research is clear. Not everyone living with type 1 diabetes (T1D) has access to the same treatment resources. This…
Stigma & Shame: Why People with Type 2 Diabetes Need Our Support
The stereotypes, misunderstandings, and misconceptions about every type of diabetes can be frustrating and offensive. The result is a societal…
Ask-a-Scientist: Juggling the Mental Burden of Constant T1D Decisions
For this installation of the Ask-a-Scientist series, your friendly (virtual) neighborhood psychologist shines a spotlight on one of the many…
Advice for Teens (and Parents) with Type 1 Diabetes
As we all know, living with type 1 diabetes (T1D) at any age isn’t easy, but it’s especially challenging for…
Our Research: Your Mental Health with T1D Should Be Part of Routine Healthcare
Editor’s Note: If you are experiencing thoughts of self-harm or suicidal ideation, text the word “NAMI” to the National Alliance…
Dealing with Grief and T1D Around the Holidays
The holiday season is supposed to be filled with a lot of great feelings. Warmth and coziness from a hot…
Type 1 Diabetes and Depression: Real-Life Stories from Twitter
“The prevalence of depression is three times higher in people with type 1 diabetes (T1D) than in the general population.”…
Pre-Existing Perceptions: T1D, Isolation, and the Pandemic
Many people living with type 1 diabetes (T1D) feel isolated by their condition at least some of the time. This…
Type 1 Diabetes and Sleep: A Complex Interplay
Type 1 diabetes (T1D) is a very disruptive condition. It interferes with work, school, mealtimes, romance, and everything in between….
Type 1 Diabetes and Mental Health
In just 100 years, our scientific understanding of type 1 diabetes (T1D) has changed immensely. In the decades following the…
