Is type 1 diabetes insulin dependent or non-insulin dependent?

Type 1 diabetes is characterized by the body’s inability to produce insulin due to the autoimmune destruction of the insulin-producing beta cells in the pancreas. As a result, individuals with type 1 diabetes require external insulin to regulate their blood sugar levels effectively. This dependence on insulin means that they must administer it daily through injections or an insulin pump to manage their condition and avoid complications such as hyperglycemia (high blood sugar) or hypoglycemia (low blood sugar). This definition aligns with the label "insulin dependent," as opposed to type 2 diabetes, which can sometimes be managed with lifestyle changes and may not require insulin immediately.