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Wiley Type 2 Diabetes In Teens : Secrets For Success by Jean Betschart-Roemer
Get a handle on your diabetes and get on with your life!If youre a teenager who has Type 2 diabetes, youre not alone. More and more people your age are being diagnosed with Type 2-and most of them also struggle with their diabetes treatment. The first book of its kind, Type 2 Diabetes in Teens was written to help you better understand and manage your diabetes. Its very important that you take care of yourself and follow your treatment-and this book gives you information on living well, including: How to keep blood sugar in control * What to do when you get cravings * How to manage your diabetes in school * What to say to your friends and your dates * How to balance exercise and food when you take insulin * Where to find help when you need it * Ways to eat healthier * How to be patient with yourself and enjoy lifeA special section of tips and suggestions for parents will help your family support you as you manage your diabetes. Youre not alone in this-and Type 2 Diabetes in Teens will show you and your family how to deal with the disease and have a positive outlook on life.Highly recommended for teens living with Type 2 diabetes and their parents.-Richard R. Rubin, Ph.D., C.D.E., Associate ProfessorDepartments of Medicine and PediatricsThe Johns Hopkins University School of Medicineshow more