[lisawestbrook]

Hi my name is Lisa and I was 11 years old when I was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes. I started taking around 4 shots a day, and over the years it became 6 to 8 a day. I was in and out of the hospital due to complications of the disease and was put on and insulin pump at the age of 15.

My mom passed away that year after a year long battle of health problems, and cancer that took her life at the age of 45. (She was also diabetic). My dad was left with 3 young children, and a life that he knew nothing of. As the oldest daughter, I suddenly became an adult caring for my family when my dad couldn’t, and doing everything I could for them. I quickly became severely depressed and was functioning off of other peoples energy, because I had none of my own. I was put on antidepressants, but only took them for a short time.

I'm glad to be able to find this community so I can interact with people like me.

[alt1268]

Lisawestbrook,

Welcome to Neurotalk. This has been a really great place for me and many others. I'm sorry to hear of your mothers passing and the struggles it has placed on you.

Below are links for Diabetes and Depression, I hope you will feel free to post responses and questions to help you get through this.

http://neurotalk.psychcentral.com/fo...aysprune=&f=53

http://neurotalk.psychcentral.com/fo...aysprune=&f=37

Originally Posted by lisawestbrook

Hi my name is Lisa and I was 11 years old when I was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes. I started taking around 4 shots a day, and over the years it became 6 to 8 a day. I was in and out of the hospital due to complications of the disease and was put on and insulin pump at the age of 15.

My mom passed away that year after a year long battle of health problems, and cancer that took her life at the age of 45. (She was also diabetic). My dad was left with 3 young children, and a life that he knew nothing of. As the oldest daughter, I suddenly became an adult caring for my family when my dad couldn’t, and doing everything I could for them. I quickly became severely depressed and was functioning off of other peoples energy, because I had none of my own. I was put on antidepressants, but only took them for a short time.

I'm glad to be able to find this community so I can interact with people like me.

[Rrae]

Welcome to NT!

You've found a great place for support and understanding.
You certainly aren't alone and you'll find many caring people here.
Alt has pointed the way to some great forums. Make yourself right at home.

It's great to have you with us!

Caring,
Rae

[Darlene]

Lisa,

It is great to have you come and be with us. You will fine a great number of dear friends to listen when you are in need of ears. Please let us know how we can help you out. You will find out we are supportive and relaxing place.

Please keep us up to date on her condition. Again welcome, looking forward to seeing you around. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Darlene