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Scenario

How to distinguish between normal emotions and mental health symptoms while parenting

My partner says my mood swings are confusing our toddler but I cannot tell anymore when I am being reasonable or when my mental illness is talking.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Mental illness can blur the line between appropriate responses and symptomatic reactions, leaving parents doubting their own perceptions.

Your guide for this
Rabia
Rabia works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Parenting through your own 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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