Diabetes Burnout: What to Do When You Can't Take It Anymore Paperback – November 1, 1999

The first think that is important to point out that while Diabetes Burnout is published by the lobbying group the represents the interests of those who PROFIT from Diabetes, not those afflicted, THAT Dr. William H. Polonsky, DOESN'T REPRESENT THE ADA, at all and the book wasn't written for the ADA.Dr. Polonsky however started a clinic in California to help psychological issues of the grind of maintaining glucose levels as well as trains and lectures doctors from all over the globe to STOP BLAMING THE DIABETIC for the challenges and changes in dealing with Diabetes.Heck, after reading Diabetes Burnout, it was the first time I ever have had it acknowledged that my feelings that are natural about the challenge of ATTEMPTING to manage my Diabetes are natural and not some sign of weakness.Understand that the book was published in 1999 (I think), where there are some changes in the understanding of Diabetes and choices.I agree that the book is not perfect and that a few parts of it seem a little simplistic on working through the psychological issues dealing with the attempt to manage diabetes.But I would give it 10 stars if I could. It is the first and best book of its kind and Dr Polonsky does GREAT work on this subject. I have spoken to him because, I am immediately be suspicious of anything that comes out of the ADA. Dr Polonsky has never worked for, been paid by or been sponsored by the ADA. The publishing arm of the ADA just saw that they might make some money as publishers of the book.Just look at the 238 million received by the ADA last year and look at their funding sources. The ADA posts their "Golden Circle", those are entities that have given them over a million dollars in a year. Then look at those in the 500,000 group, etc. As you will see, the funds are from Large Pharm, Insurance companies and Cadbury Schweps (sugar loaded candy and soda). Understand that the money they receive and spend on "research", just goes back to those in their "Golden Circle".

I think anyone with diabetes feels burn out at least once. I have only been diagnosed with the disease for 10 years and I know I feel this way at least weekly. I had to share the book with another diabetic. Very good read. I may have to order me another copy. It really helped me understand a lot more.

I really love this book; it has invaluable information and insight for the diabetic patient, and, is a huge help to family, loved ones, caregivers. Much of the work-book sections can be done together, every one learn. But I particularly like how the book focuses on the difficulty of the structure, lack of control a diabetic must face and how to live with it.

Been reading this book to try and help me with my diabetes burnout. It is hard living a diabetic's life and I was hoping that this book would come with some good suggestions for help. Instead there is a lot of naming this feeling or that syndrome, and some suggestions for dealing with it, but it hasn't been a barn burner for me. The tests help me see where my problems are, but then the solutions that are given are somewhat half workable. If you are truly burnt out on your diabetes and its care, seek professional help. If you are like me and burnt out but still making it, this book can give you some workable suggestions along with helping you see where you have to work harder, but it isn't the best self help book I have read.

I bought this book for my husband and he said that it had some good topics about coping with diabetes and ways to improve one's health....overall very informative.

This book really helped me to understand what it is like for my 20 year old son to have diabetes. Although it does not offer suggestions on what someone (or their family) can do to cope with the various problems a young adult faces as they crave their independence from their parents, but still require help paying for their supplies and doctor visits...etc. My son maintained his a1c at 6.0 all the way until he graduated from high school, but then he decided he didn't really need to take care of his diabetes anymore once he left for college. He stopped seeing any value in managing his diabetes and before long he had a1c test results of 10.6 and the beginnings of diabetic kidney damage. As his parent, I found this book helpful because I could see that this is a common issue with young adults. I needed to know that. The book also made me realize that he has various things he has to grow through before he can come to grips with what he needs to do. It's very hard as his parent to watch him live like that, knowing that he could feel so much better...etc.

I am so please with Amazon. I order most of my books and gifts on Amazon. It is so easy and quick. I recommend it to my family and friends. Easy to pay and easy to get reviews. Plus Amazon has great communication and I can track my orders.This particular order was Diabetes Burnout. Very helpful. Because of it I joined a support group.

I have been Type 1 for 39 years, and "burnout" doesn't even begin to describe me. This book is encouraging, affirming, and gives you a non-threatening perspective on how you perceive yourself, others, emotions, and diabetes. He takes you through some checklists that are real eye-openers, and then with your "score" you read information on why you scored so high/low, and how you can get some help, or help yourself...or get a better more realistic perspective on things. Diabetes is a multifaceted disease, which not even endocrinologists can fully "appreciate." This book is worth every penny.

helped explain burnout

Love this book. Taking care of my diabetes hasn't been harder than it is right now. Changes in my health drive me crazy and I feel so alone at times like these but with this book I feel so much better about taking care of myself and not 'burning out'.

Aporta un punto de vista valioso sobre cómo a algunas personas hablar de las complicaciones de la diabetes las impulsa a mejorar mientras que para otros supone un bloqueo y una situación de terror. Es positivo para las personas que hacen Educación de Diabetes, porque a veces tendemos a pensar que determinado enfoque es el mejor y que debe intentar aplicarse a todos los pacientes.Desde mi punto de vista el libro está más dirigido precisamente al público profesional.

Many challenges with this disease. At least you don't feel all alone when you read others struggles.

shows great experience and knowledge of dealing with aspects of diabetes. Loads of ideas and suggestions for self help in a lot of areas