Before diagnosis, our son was very emotional (still is a bit) but was over the top, as soon as he was getting his insulin, even the teacher in kindergarten noticed the difference!
Best advice I can offer, is to make sure he learns to stand up for himself, especially with regards tot he diabetes! Once he's feeling his low/high blood sugars, his "feelings" will necessitate standing up to teachers/subs/friends, to make sure he has access to the tools he needs. Our son, in grade 1, told a substitute teacher to call the principal when she wouldn't let him use his gear! Need to be encouraged to do that!
Also, the meetings we have with our son's teachers before the beginning of each year help emphasize the seriousness of the care/equipment/gear we are sending (he was the only grade 1 student allow full access to a cell phone in the school's history!). Ultimately, when they cooperate, their/your job is easier...
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