Diabetes Type 2 Support Group

Hi. Yes being a loved one of a non-compliant diabetic is very frustrating. Have you considered going to counseling together? It could really help him to take responsibility for his disease. As for support groups...You are in one! :)

Unfortunately it's not always the diabetic themselves that are in denial, but also the family members themselves, which can make it harder. it's a good thing that you are supportive and loving, but this is something that he has to work through on his own. i watched my mother ignore and un-manage her diabetes to the point where she had partial amputation of her foot and was on kidney dialysis for 5 years. She finally got the picture but by then it was too late. When i was diagnosed with this terrible disease, i decided that no way, no how was i going to travel that same road. My mother-in-law has had eye surgery because of her diabetes, and is still denying to a degree, and i find i am so frustrated that my husband and his brother are in their own form of denial as well. She has now been told that her kidneys are functioning at 20% and i know she is heading for dialysis, but she has a cavalier attitude in as "it won't happen to me" or 'i can't do anything about it, so i might as well enjoy my life, such as it is" and in the meantime doesn't give any thought or consideration to those that love her and don't want to see her go that route. i just don't understand why some people can be so stubborn!!! i wish you all the luck in the world, i know that it's hard, and you just have to keep plugging away with your support. He needs to do this for himself. Hugs and kisses, Deb :o)