Finding ways to care for yourself
From Terri Mauro's About.com/Parenting Special Needs Children:
Children with special needs often react badly to stress; they need us to remain calm and even-tempered even in the face of the most frightening symptoms or the most provocative behavior. A stressed-out, tired-out, emotionally drained parent can't provide that; but how do we manage to recharge our own batteries when it takes so much energy to care for our kids? Here's how to find everything from a respite provider to a support group to an e-mail list of understanding friends. Read Respite for Parents: Finding Ways to Take Care of Yourself.
For more on Respite Care, visit the National Respite Network.
Also, check out Terri's Web site. My favorite entry is How to Worry More Constructively.
