A chronic disease in which the body makes little to no insulin, resulting in high blood glucose levels
A blood test that measures a person's average blood glucose level over the previous 3 months.
Diabetes is a condition in which the body either does not produce insulin or does not use it properly. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
A condition in which a person's blood glucose level is higher than normal. It's also known as high blood sugar.
Childhood depression is indicated by persistent feelings of sadness that interfere with the ability to function in daily life. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Children may benefit from mental health medications, which may be helpful in treating autism, obsessive compulsive disorder or depression. Learn more about these treatments.
For many reasons, including anxiety, depression, social issues and learning problems, an estimated 10-15% of kids are chronically absent from school.