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Attachment disruption and RAD in adopted children
USA TODAY’s investigation reveals the complexities behind adoption failures in the U.S., highlighting that mental…
RTF: A bad option, that’s sometimes the best option
My son Devon was 10-years-old when I dropped him off at a residential treatment facility…
What to consider before you adopt…
The journey of adopting foster children, Kayla and Devon, revealed the profound effects of early…
Out Of Options, Parents Of Children With Mental Illness Trade Custody For Treatment
Toni and Jim Hoy were forced to relinquish custody of their son, Daniel, to secure…
Why Residential Treatment is good (and not good) for kids with RAD
The author reflects on their son’s experiences in Residential Treatment Facilities (RTF), describing them as…
Assumptions: The deck is already stacked against you
Navigating the mental health system for children with extreme behaviors is fraught with misunderstandings. Parents…