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Thank you for understanding developmental trauma disorder when no one else did
The author expresses deep gratitude to social workers, particularly one named Natasha, who understood the complexities of raising a child with developmental trauma. Natasha’s support provided hope, validation, and practical…
Adopted baby nephew
The author’s sister struggled with substance abuse, neglecting her son, who displayed severe behavioral issues. Attempts to provide stable care were undermined by family dynamics, leading to the child’s placement…
Don’t blame workers for psych center woes
The Strategic Behavioral Center in Charlotte, NC experienced a violent riot where patients attacked staff and vandalized the facility. While many criticized workers for their inaction, a parent of a…
How parents of kids with RAD get PTSD
Forrest Lien, Executive Director of the Institute for Attachment and Child Development, argues that expecting a parent to bond with a child affected by PTSD is unrealistic. He emphasizes the…
How to Start a Local Support Group
Looking to start a support group for parents of kids with developmental trauma and/or reactive attachment disorder (RAD)? Here’s some tips to help you get started.
When you feel like you’re on the verge of a nervous breakdown…
Unless you’ve lived through a child’s relentless screaming, violent outbursts, physical aggression, and extreme manipulation – hour-after-hour, day-after-day – it may be hard to fathom the long term impact on…