But, He Spit in My Coffee

Keri reflects on what could have made a difference for her family, and families like hers, and highlights how listeners can advocate for change. Learn more about Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD) Learn more about me Find community for caregivers of kids with RAD Find this book and my others on Amazon Narrator: Cindy Piller Music by Denis Maksimov from Pixabay

Devon's relationship with Keri and the family is on a path of healing, however, he is not safe to move back home.  Learn more about Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD) Learn more about me Find community for caregivers of kids with RAD Find this book and my others on Amazon Narrator: Cindy Piller Music by Denis Maksimov from Pixabay

A distressing incident unfolds as Devon is assaulted by a staff person in a residential treatment facility.  Learn more about Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD) Learn more about me Find community for caregivers of kids with RAD Find this book and my others on Amazon Narrator: Cindy Piller Music by Denis Maksimov from Pixabay

Devon's birth mother, who neglected him only due to poverty and lack of resources, visits for the weekend. Learn more about Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD) Learn more about me Find community for caregivers of kids with RAD Find this book and my others on Amazon Narrator: Cindy Piller Music by Denis Maksimov from Pixabay

Despite Keri's healing and effective engagement with Devon, he remains actively resistant to treatment, presenting an ongoing hurdle in their journey. Learn more about Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD) Learn more about me Find community for caregivers of kids with RAD Find this book and my others on Amazon Narrator: Cindy Piller Music by Denis Maksimov from Pixabay

A glimmer of hope emerges as the new therapist demonstrates an understanding of reactive attachment disorder, leading to productive family therapy sessions. Learn more about Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD) Learn more about me Find community for caregivers of kids with RAD Find this book and my others on Amazon Narrator: Cindy Piller Music by Denis Maksimov from Pixabay

In a disheartening turn of events, Devon manages to outsmart his new clinician, despite the foster mom witnessing his troublesome behaviors. Learn more about Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD) Learn more about me Find community for caregivers of kids with RAD Find this book and my others on Amazon Narrator: Cindy Piller Music by Denis Maksimov from Pixabay

Despite the escalation of Devon's dangerous behaviors and his resistance to treatment, the therapist proposes moving him to a less restrictive foster home.  Learn more about Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD) Learn more about me Find community for caregivers of kids with RAD Find this book and my others on Amazon Narrator: Cindy Piller Music by Denis Maksimov from Pixabay

Devon is diagnosed with Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD), a severe mental health condition that disproportionately affects children with a history of foster care or adoption. Learn more about Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD) Learn more about me Find community for caregivers of kids with RAD Find this book and my others on Amazon Narrator: Cindy Piller Music by Denis Maksimov from Pixabay

The family's journey takes a new turn as Devon is admitted to a residential treatment facility and Keri starts seeing a therapist Learn more about Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD) Learn more about me Find community for caregivers of kids with RAD Find this book and my others on Amazon Narrator: Cindy Piller Music by Denis Maksimov from Pixabay

Devon is enrolled in a partial hospitalization day program to address his physical aggression.  Learn more about Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD) Learn more about me Find community for caregivers of kids with RAD Find this book and my others on Amazon Narrator: Cindy Piller Music by Denis Maksimov from Pixabay

Devon receives treatment at a mental health hospital followed by Intensive In-Home services. Learn more about Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD) Learn more about me Find community for caregivers of kids with RAD Find this book and my others on Amazon Narrator: Cindy Piller Music by Denis Maksimov from Pixabay

Keri makes the difficult decision to admit Devon to a psychiatric ward. Learn more about Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD) Learn more about me Find community for caregivers of kids with RAD Find this book and my others on Amazon Narrator: Cindy Piller Music by Denis Maksimov from Pixabay

The family faces a breaking point when Devon's behavior becomes dangerous, leading to police involvement.  Learn more about Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD) Learn more about me Find community for caregivers of kids with RAD Find this book and my others on Amazon Narrator: Cindy Piller Music by Denis Maksimov from Pixabay

As the school year ends, Keri grapples with guilt over the unequal attention given to Devon, leaving Keri desperate for solutions.Learn more here: What it's like being a sibling of a child with RAD Learn more about Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD) Learn more about me Find community for caregivers of kids with RAD Find this book and my others on Amazon Narrator: Cindy Piller Music by Denis Maksimov from Pixabay

Devon's suspension from school marks a turning point, prompting Keri to intervene and discipline him. Learn more here: How Dad's Struggle with accepting RAD Learn more about Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD) Learn more about me Find community for caregivers of kids with RAD Find this book and my others on Amazon Narrator: Cindy Piller Music by Denis Maksimov from Pixabay

The family grapples with ADHD and Oppositional Defiant Disorder diagnoses.Learn more here: 95% of Adoptive Parents Jump in Heart-First, but Unprepared Learn more about Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD) Learn more about me Find community for caregivers of kids with RAD Find this book and my others on Amazon Narrator: Cindy Piller Music by Denis Maksimov from Pixabay

Moving to North Carolina brings both joy and challenges for Keri's family and Devon's distant demeanor and strange behaviors persist.For more information:Why adoption stories aren't fairy tales Learn more about Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD) Learn more about me Find community for caregivers of kids with RAD Find this book and my others on Amazon Narrator: Cindy Piller Music by Denis Maksimov from Pixabay

Tensions rise as Devon's peculiar behaviors escalate, creating a rollercoaster of heartwarming moments and tense situations.  Learn more about Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD) Learn more about me Find community for caregivers of kids with RAD Find this book and my others on Amazon Narrator: Cindy Piller Music by Denis Maksimov from Pixabay

Keri and her husband believed they were creating a perfect family, only to discover Devon's hidden trauma and challenging behaviors. Learn more about Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD) Learn more about me Find community for caregivers of kids with RAD Find this book and my others on Amazon Narrator: Cindy Piller Music by Denis Maksimov from Pixabay

Embark on an emotional journey through the gripping and heart-wrenching true story of a desperate mother, Keri, facing impossible choices as her adopted son, Devon, becomes increasingly dangerous. Despite seeking treatment, Devon's violent tendencies only grow stronger. In this shocking true story, witness the challenges Keri faces within the child welfare and mental health systems, exposing their dysfunctions and their impact on families dealing with Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD). Follow this podcast to listen to the unabridged audiobook But, He Spit in My Coffee: A reads-like-fiction memoir about adopting a child with Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD).2022 IndieReader Discovery Award Winner16th National Indie Excellence Award Winner 11th Annual Kindle Book Award Winner 2022 Wishing Shelf Book Award Finalist  Learn more about Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD) Learn more about me Find community for caregivers of kids with RAD Find this book and my others on Amazon Narrator: Cindy Piller Music by Denis Maksimov from Pixabay