New Booklet for Navigating a Diagnosis of Type 1 Diabetes
A diagnosis of Type 1 Diabetes is a life-altering moment for any family. At times the psychological impact, can be overlooked. These stories are authentic and hopeful, and will help comfort newly diagnosed patients and their families.
Sept. 25, 2026
CHI at Crumlin
Letter to My Younger Self” is a psychosocial support booklet co-written by adolescent patients with Type 1 Diabetes and their parents at CHI Crumlin. This resource emerged from a four-week peer support programme facilitated by the Diabetes Psychology Service, where young people and their parents shared their lived experience of receiving a life-changing diagnosis.
By hearing directly from peers who have “been there,” newly diagnosed patients and their families can gain emotional anchoring, normalisation, and hope.
With support from the Children's Health Foundation