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20 years ago 0 41 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
Thank you Kathy, I'm glad my words of encouragement helped. I have a list of my "blessings" that I carry with me to help me throught the really bad days. Stevie Ray is doing very well, and his prognosis is good. Still, every visit to the clinic means hours of my stomach clenched worrying he may have relapsed. It's pretty foolish, really, because to look at him he's just your ordinary healthy kid. (if it weren't for the cancer) ttfn Lauralai
20 years ago 0 33 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
Me again Lauralai, Trying to bolt my head back on in the correct position......I meant to add to my earlier response that I hope that things have improved for you and that you and yours are on the path to a healthier, happier life! kathy
20 years ago 0 33 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
Hi Lauralai, Thanks so much for helping me see the "forest through the trees"......lol. You are so right! My son is what keeps me going on days that I might otherwise just give up!!!! I needed someone to point that out today. You're great! kathy
20 years ago 0 41 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
I can identify with you. I remember when my son was diagnosed with Leukemia--I had only just recovered my nerves from being in a bad car accident, and had just moved two weeks before to care for my elderly father. The first three days seemed to be one very long anxiety attack. I felt I couldn't breath, but obviously I was. I caught myself avoiding things, but couldn't seem to stop myself. So now I'm still bad with agoraphobia and PD. Unfortunenately, when your caring for your child, you haven't much time to care for yourself. You may want to try accessing any caregiver relief programs available in your area. If your son's hospital has a social worker, they may be able to get you some help. Try to remeber that your special boy may be a cause of stress right now, but he is also your strength, as his need for you will keep you going. My prayers for you and your son's recovery. Lauralai
20 years ago 0 33 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
Hi, I had a setback a few weeks ago after being panic free for a few years and it coincided with my special needs 13 year old son's relapse...he has a brain disorder. Since that time, I have found alot of support from this site (many thanks) but now that the doctors are recommending rehospitalization for him (the 6th time in 2 years), I find myself falling apart. My boyfriend woke me up twice last night...hyperventilating in my sleep. It's only 8:17 am. and I've already had to take twice as much klonipin as is usual for me...and I still feel like everything is just slipping away on me that I've worked so hard to gain control of over these last few weeks. How do any of you manage to maintain control when everything around you seems to be falling apart????? I would welcome any offers of advice! Thanks, kathy

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