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If Your Teen Is Struggling, It Didn’t Happen Overnight

I belong to a number of private Facebook groups for parents where one issue continues to appear. And the calls for help are increasing.

Mar 28

If Your Teen Is Struggling, It Didn’t Happen Overnight

Mar 28

Debra Isaacs Schafer

“When We Get Knocked Down, We Get Back Up.”

Let me say right up front…this is a quasi-political piece. But stay with me because it’s actually more.

10h ago

“When We Get Knocked Down, We Get Back Up.”

10h ago

Debra Isaacs Schafer

Alzheimer’s And The Fight For Autonomy.

My father’s birthday is in three days. He would have been 96 which shocks me because he remains as he was. At least to me.

Jun 20

Alzheimer’s And The Fight For Autonomy.

Jun 20

Debra Isaacs Schafer

Love & Loss. So Different, Yet So Connected.

I remember my mother sitting quietly in the kitchen with a tissue in her hand, looking at nothing but clearly seeing plenty.

Jun 6

Love & Loss. So Different, Yet So Connected.

Jun 6

Debra Isaacs Schafer

Extended School Year Services For Parents Raising Neurodiverse Children.

The end of the school year is here.

May 31

Extended School Year Services For Parents Raising Neurodiverse Children.

May 31

Debra Isaacs Schafer

School’s Ending — 5 Things Parents Raising Neurodiverse Children Want To Do.

With June approaching, I remember so well the feeling that the end of the school year was within reach.

May 14

School’s Ending — 5 Things Parents Raising Neurodiverse Children Want To Do.

May 14

Debra Isaacs Schafer

Columbia…UCLA…And Wherever Next. Where Are The Parents?

I’m fully aware that I’m stepping into something here where emotions are running high and differences exist.

Apr 30

Columbia…UCLA…And Wherever Next. Where Are The Parents?

Apr 30

Debra Isaacs Schafer

A Teen. A Mental Health Crisis. And Their Parents.

I was about to log off for the night when I quickly checked a private Facebook group for parents to which I belong and participate.

Apr 30

A Teen. A Mental Health Crisis. And Their Parents.

Apr 30

Debra Isaacs Schafer

Autism & School…I Have Some Things To Say.

Many times, before we listen to someone, we want to know…what makes them someone with words to hear and thoughts to consider.

Apr 18

Autism & School…I Have Some Things To Say.

Apr 18

Debra Isaacs Schafer

Life Is Hard. It Doesn’t Always Have To Be Quite This Hard.

I don’t know anyone who isn’t struggling.

Apr 13

Life Is Hard. It Doesn’t Always Have To Be Quite This Hard.

Apr 13

Debra Isaacs Schafer

Debra Isaacs Schafer

Crisis coaching supporting parents raising children with autism, ADHD, LD, & mental health needs focusing on navigating school K-12. www.debraischafer.com

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