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When people idealize your parenting situation

My friends keep telling me I am so strong for handling everything with my disabled son but I do not feel strong and I wish someone would just ask how I am really doing.

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More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

The transformation into an inspirational figure prevents authentic connection and support while creating pressure to perform strength rather than receive help.

Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Parenting a child with disability or neurodivergence?”

If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.