Support for Teens with Type 1 Diabetes
Living with type 1 diabetes (T1D) as a teenager can be stressful. Breakthrough T1D is here with information and support to help you thrive.
Support and Resources
A helpful introduction to life with type 1 diabetes created by people living with T1D and medical experts.
Learn how to navigate puberty, driving, and increased independence.
Find your local chapter, attend an event, or join an online community summit to connect with other people with T1D.
Learn how to manage the stress, anxiety, and loss of sleep associated with type 1 diabetes.
Breakthrough T1D Teen Pack
Our free T1D Teen Pack provides the information and encouragement you need to thrive with type 1 diabetes.
Living with New T1D
Living with New T1D: Feelings at Diagnosis
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Living with New T1D: <br>The New Normal
Living with New T1D: School, Sports, and Friends
These educational videos for newly diagnosed teens and young adults were created by the B.D. Pediatric and Adolescent Diabetes Center, Goryeb Children’s Hospital, Morristown, NJ. The series won the Gold eHealthcare Leadership Award for “Best Video Content: Over 2 Minutes” in 2023.
Transitioning to T1D Independence
Explore managing relationships, college accommodations, entering the workforce, and more to help you become more independent as a young adult living with type 1 diabetes.
Support for All Ages and Stages
Breakthrough T1D is here to support you and your family at every step on your type 1 diabetes journey.
Resources to help children and families navigate a new T1D diagnosis.
Tools to educate, support, and inspire newly diagnosed adults.
