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How to handle when your child is embarrassed by your circumstances

My teenage son told me he's ashamed of our small apartment when his friends visit and I don't know whether to feel hurt or grateful that he's comfortable enough to be honest with me.

Juana
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She's navigating the complex emotions of raising a child whose social awareness creates distance from family circumstances beyond their control.

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