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Explaining Pervasive Developmental Disorder (PDD) to the Typical World - Guilt Trip
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<blockquote data-quote="WearyWoman" data-source="post: 383701"><p>JJJ - I will definitely continue to advocate for flexibility for Bubby. The truth is, we know him better than anyone else in the world, and maybe this is a wake-up call for me to get more involved with each class. I just find that my energy level is drained with working full-time + and studying for this exam, having an older child with some issues and a hubby who also works full-time. Life is challenging enough, and I guess I didn't expect that even the church would put more pressure on us. In fairness, most people probably have no idea just how much effort it takes to raise children with special needs or the unique issues and concerns involved. The church folks see a quiet little boy in class, but not the turmoil, hard work, and determination it took to get him there. They see him trying to connect with other kids awkwardly, not the falling apart that sometimes happens afterward. They see a wonderful chance to participate in a service, not the incredible anxiety and sensory overload from his perspective.</p><p> </p><p>Jules - I feel offended on behalf of my husband, although, then I feel guilty for feeling offended! I've been procrastinating with calling the religious ed director back because I don't want to overreact, however, I'm dreading the guilt this conversation may leave with me. I try so hard with all things related to our kids, and it never seems good enough for the world around us.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="WearyWoman, post: 383701"] JJJ - I will definitely continue to advocate for flexibility for Bubby. The truth is, we know him better than anyone else in the world, and maybe this is a wake-up call for me to get more involved with each class. I just find that my energy level is drained with working full-time + and studying for this exam, having an older child with some issues and a hubby who also works full-time. Life is challenging enough, and I guess I didn't expect that even the church would put more pressure on us. In fairness, most people probably have no idea just how much effort it takes to raise children with special needs or the unique issues and concerns involved. The church folks see a quiet little boy in class, but not the turmoil, hard work, and determination it took to get him there. They see him trying to connect with other kids awkwardly, not the falling apart that sometimes happens afterward. They see a wonderful chance to participate in a service, not the incredible anxiety and sensory overload from his perspective. Jules - I feel offended on behalf of my husband, although, then I feel guilty for feeling offended! I've been procrastinating with calling the religious ed director back because I don't want to overreact, however, I'm dreading the guilt this conversation may leave with me. I try so hard with all things related to our kids, and it never seems good enough for the world around us. [/QUOTE]
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