Where to Get Facts on Subjects Like Sex, Alcohol, Depression, and More

When it comes to touchy subjects like sex, alcohol, and depression, here are a few resources where you can find help:

A member of your type 1 diabetes care team. Ask your professional about his or her confidentiality policy; don't just assume he or she will tell all to your folks.
Another adult you can trust, whether parent, friend, minister, teacher, school nurse, or coach.
JDRF's Online Diabetes Support Team.
In Control: A Guide for Teens with Diabetes, by Jean Betschart, available at the JDRF bookstore.
TeensHealth.org
TeenHealthFX
National Institute of Mental Health
About-Depression.com

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events & groups

Diabetes CommuniTEENS:
Type 1 Teens Mentoring Type 1 Kids

Teens and kids will build one-on-one relationships where kids can get a peek at life as a teenager (with type 1 diabetes), and teens can be role models.

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headed to college?

Whether you are just beginning to prepare for college, or you're currently in the thick of it, the articles in our college section should provide you with practical information and tips for dealing with the unique issues you're facing.

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