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<blockquote data-quote="Nomad" data-source="post: 364852"><p>Rushing...sorry if I missed something.</p><p>Kathy's thoughts are similar to my own....</p><p>I also went to FA for a few visits and thought their program was very good. I think it is GREAT that you are going.</p><p>Yes, those milestone losses are really hard. (hugs). If you aren't going already and find that you need to, don't hesitate to go to a therapist yourself. Many here have found the need. It is NOT easy having a special needs child, and bottom line, this is what we all find ourselves facing.</p><p>And yes, especially when our children turn 18 and certain 18+ it is time for us to move on. Detachment is key. No one said it is easy. Like you said "let live." If possible and appropriate, you might guide your adult child to mental health services. If it wont hurt YOU AND your child is cooperative, you might help provide some limited help...helping them help themselves. HOWEVER, this is YOU time now. Keep a good thought....hope for the best...at the same time face reality...move forward for yourself and enjoy life to the best of your ability. Like Kathy reminded us: You didn't cause it, can't control it and can't cure it.</p><p>Blessings.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Nomad, post: 364852"] Rushing...sorry if I missed something. Kathy's thoughts are similar to my own.... I also went to FA for a few visits and thought their program was very good. I think it is GREAT that you are going. Yes, those milestone losses are really hard. (hugs). If you aren't going already and find that you need to, don't hesitate to go to a therapist yourself. Many here have found the need. It is NOT easy having a special needs child, and bottom line, this is what we all find ourselves facing. And yes, especially when our children turn 18 and certain 18+ it is time for us to move on. Detachment is key. No one said it is easy. Like you said "let live." If possible and appropriate, you might guide your adult child to mental health services. If it wont hurt YOU AND your child is cooperative, you might help provide some limited help...helping them help themselves. HOWEVER, this is YOU time now. Keep a good thought....hope for the best...at the same time face reality...move forward for yourself and enjoy life to the best of your ability. Like Kathy reminded us: You didn't cause it, can't control it and can't cure it. Blessings. [/QUOTE]
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