The Rollercoaster Surviving and Thriving as the Parent of a Child with a Chronic Illness or Disability**Feeling Sad When Your Child Is Sick or Disabled**It's normal to feel sad when your child is sick or disabled. You may grieve the loss of the child you expected to have, or you may worry about your child's future. It's important to allow yourself to feel sad and to grieve. Talk to your friends and family, or join a support group for parents of children with chronic illnesses or disabilities. There are also many helpful books and resources available.**What to Expect**When your child is sick or disabled, you may experience a range of emotions, Sadness* Grief* Anger* Fear* Anxiety* Guilt* Isolation* FatigueIt's important to remember that these emotions are normal. You are not alone in feeling this way.**How to Cope**
Language
English
Pages
421
Format
Kindle Edition
Release
February 29, 2024
The Rollercoaster Ride: Surviving and Thriving as the Parent of a Child with a Chronic Illness or Disability
The Rollercoaster Surviving and Thriving as the Parent of a Child with a Chronic Illness or Disability**Feeling Sad When Your Child Is Sick or Disabled**It's normal to feel sad when your child is sick or disabled. You may grieve the loss of the child you expected to have, or you may worry about your child's future. It's important to allow yourself to feel sad and to grieve. Talk to your friends and family, or join a support group for parents of children with chronic illnesses or disabilities. There are also many helpful books and resources available.**What to Expect**When your child is sick or disabled, you may experience a range of emotions, Sadness* Grief* Anger* Fear* Anxiety* Guilt* Isolation* FatigueIt's important to remember that these emotions are normal. You are not alone in feeling this way.**How to Cope**