Reactive attachment disorder quotes

The first thing to understand is that the more you try to nurture and love kids with RAD, the more they'll push you away as the primary caregiver. Once you understand that and how to respond to it (which, in all honesty, is incredibly difficult), you'll have a better chance to help reduce the acting-out behaviors. It's counterintuitive to everything we understand about parenting. Read more from, "What It Feels Like to be the Nurturing Enemy to a Child with Reactive Attachment Disorder."

Living with RAD: I Still Love Him and I Would Not Wish This Life on Anyone. A mother shares the realities of living with reactive attachment disorder.

School counseling book list of 16 essential titles for any school counselors. Laura from The Paws-itive School Counselor narrows down some of her favorites, gives suggestions for school counseling activities and links to an awesome freebie. What is on your school counseling book list?

In my previous blog titled NEVER Say These Things to the Parent of a Kid w/ RAD (Reactive Attachment Disorder) I talked about key things to keep to yourself when talking with the parent of a kid with RAD. My good friend, whose daughter also has RAD, thought it helpful to share what to say and/or do. …

Have a child with RAD, Developmental Trauma, or challenging child? I hope you have someone to come alongside you. If no one in your circle has experienced this, let's connect. I am a parent coach serving those impacted by older child adoption, Reactive Attachment Disorder, Disinhibited Social Engagement Disorder, & trauma. I support, validate & encourage you. I offer resources & strategies. Let's connect