Publisher's Synopsis
You can do this! Getting a diagnosis of diabetes can mean something different to every person that receives the news. Getting the information you need will empower you to manage a medical condition. Getting the emotional support you need will provide you with a positive mindset that will continue to bring you back to successful management again and again. As someone that has personally received the diagnosis, I know it is very beneficial to have an example of how to get you started down the right path. In Choosing Diabetes, you will find road signs of what to look out for, what to engage in, what to expect and how to maintain a space for yourself amid the chaos. Choosing Diabetes gives an in-depth look at the emotional factors that associate such a diagnosis. Factors such as initial shock, the reactions of those around you, getting in touch with your feelings about what has happened and setting boundaries for yourself and your support system. This book is an invaluable resource for dealing with the emotionality of diabetes!
