Getting on with Type 1 Diabetes: Books Beyond Words tell stories in pictures to help people with intellectual disabilities explore and understand their own experiences

By Sheila Hollins, Rachel Besser and Catherine Brighton

Getting on with Type 1 Diabetes is part of the Books Beyond Words series of picture books that help people with learning and communication difficulties to explore and understand their own experiences. Florence is always thirsty and tired. Her GP diagnoses type 1 diabetes and refers her to hospital. She learns that having diabetes doesn't need to spoil her life as long as she takes her prescribed insulin, eats healthy foods and keeps active. As the story progresses, we see her enjoying life again with her friends. Guidelines are provided (as text at the back) for carers and supporters, health and other professionals providing support to people with learning disabilities. There is also a suggested storyline and recommended helpful organisations and further resources.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Books Beyond Words
• Release date: Nov 1, 2013
• ISBN: 9781874439790

Sheila Hollins

Sheila Hollins, editor of the Books Beyond Words series, is Emeritus Professor of Psychiatry of Disability at St. George’s, University of London, and sits in the House of Lords. She is a past President and an Honorary Fellow of the Royal College of Psychiatrists, and President of the British Medical Association, 2012–2013.