Regarding students who have type 1 diabetes, the following points are true based on the available evidence:
- Students with type 1 diabetes often experience symptoms such as fatigue, weight loss, and frequent urination, which can affect their physical and mental health
- Children with type 1 diabetes tend to miss more school days than their peers, averaging about nine extra days per year due to medical needs and management of their condition
- Despite missing more school, research indicates that children with type 1 diabetes generally perform as well academically as their classmates without diabetes, including in standardized exams like GCSEs, and have comparable chances of attending university, provided their blood glucose levels are well managed
- Poor metabolic control or higher average blood sugar levels can negatively impact academic performance and reduce the likelihood of university attendance among children with type 1 diabetes
- Blood sugar fluctuations (both high and low) can affect a child's ability to learn and concentrate in school, making effective diabetes management and support from school staff crucial
- Female students with type 1 diabetes who have been hospitalized may have a higher risk of not completing high school compared to their peers, suggesting a need for attention to psychosocial and diabetes management support
In summary, students with type 1 diabetes face challenges such as increased school absences and potential cognitive effects related to blood sugar control, but with proper management and support, their academic performance and educational outcomes can be comparable to peers without diabetes
