ParentsCN: School stress

My child's diagnosis scared my extended family

arjun~

1mo ago

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Got diagnosis for my 8yo. Told family (needed for school accommodations). Now: 'Will they be able to have relationships?' 'Can they get married?' 'What about their future?' Their catastrophizing is adding to my anxiety.

Others' fear becomes your burden.

How do you manage family members' fears about your child's diagnosis?

#boundary-setting #family-catastrophizing #family-education #practical-advice

2 replies

meera~

1mo ago

Vet clinicians with one good question and watch how they react. Curiosity is a green flag; defensiveness is your answer.

sam~

1mo ago

You're doing better than you think you are. Truly.