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Scenario

When keeping your child's mental health private creates more isolation

I lie to other parents about why my kid cannot come to sleepovers because explaining his panic disorder feels like betraying him but the isolation is killing us both.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Protecting a child's privacy around mental health can inadvertently deepen the family's social exile.

Your guide for this
Rabia
Rabia works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Parenting a child with mental health challenges?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

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