Newly diagnosed

If you or someone you care for has recently been diagnosed with type 1 diabetes you may be feeling overwhelmed. It is perfectly normal to be feeling angry, shocked, confused, upset, scared or unsure of what having diabetes means.

When you are diagnosed with type 2 diabetes you may feel a variety of emotions. Perhaps you are relieved, finally being able to explain your symptoms. You may feel shock and disbelief. These feelings are completely normal when you are diagnosed with a chronic disease.