Podcasts about Reactive attachment disorder

Our rationale, resources, and methodology matter. But what about the students who come to us with such deep brokenness and dysfunction that our best efforts to help them go nowhere unless backwards or in circles? The subject of disorders is huge. Here in this bonus episode we're going to look at just one of them: Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD).  Wesley King is a father of a RAD child and has experience as a principle. He speaks vulnerably and compassionately about this issue. This talk will help prepare you to approach a situation involving a child with RAD, but it will also take you to a more basic level of questions about student needs than when we're talking about curriculum and rationale. These questions take us deeper into serving both our ordinary students as well as those dealing with RAD or other disorders. Links This episode was initially published as “Coping with Reactive Attachment Disorder” at: https://thedockforlearning.org/lecture/coping-with-reactive-attachment-disorder/ Other presentations from CASBI 2015: https://thedockforlearning.org/series/casbi/casbi-2015/ “Specific Learning Disabilities” by Lynell Nissley: https://thedockforlearning.org/specific-learning-disabilities/ “Resources for The Exceptional Learner” by Lynell Nissley: https://thedockforlearning.org/document/resources-for-the-exceptional-learner/ “Reactive Attachment Disorder Part 2” by Sumner Loomis: https://thedockforlearning.org/lecture/reactive-attachment-disorder-part-2-sumner-loomis/

After raising four boys, Caroline Graham's husband shared that he felt called to adopt a daughter. Soon thereafter, Caroline received a call from a dear friend about a toddler girl needing a home. Caroline figured that she and her husband knew how to love children and said “yes.” Caroline realized that the call to love her precious daughter would demand more of her than she ever could have imagined. Loving her daughter would require her entire self and more—it would require daily and full dependency on Christ. Caroline's daughter suffers from Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD). Hear Caroline share about how she has learned that while we come to the end of our own ability to love, God's love is endless. Be inspired by how Caroline has opened herself to the supernatural love of God to care for her daughter and family—just as she is called.

Sponsored by Freedom Federal Credit UnionIn this episode of Conversations with Rich Bennett, co-hosted by Wendy Beck and sponsored by Freedom Federal Credit Union, Rich and Wendy sit down with Shawn Melis to explore his incredible journey of fostering and adoption. Shawn shares deeply personal stories about how he and his wife have fostered numerous children, adopted several, and navigated the emotional challenges and triumphs of their family life. He opens up about the complexities of raising children with Reactive Attachment Disorder and how faith and community have been critical to their strength and resilience.Shawn also discusses the significant role fostering has played in his life and how it inspired him to transition from a corporate career to owning a Little Caesars franchise. The episode highlights themes of faith, family, and the transformative power of love and support in difficult times.Tune in to hear an inspiring conversation filled with heart, faith, and hope for the future.Sponsored by Freedom Federal Credit Union, a local institution committed to empowering families and supporting the community.Little Caesars® PSend us a textJoin Us for the FREE 30 Days of Courage Online Event!Join the 30 Days of Courage, and you'll be part of a powerful FREE online event for abuse survivors and advocates starting October 1st-30th inside the Courage 365 Facebook group.Courage 365Ending Abuse. Empowering Lives. Courage 365 is here for you, empowering survivors and advocates Tar Heel Construction Group Harford County Living Stamp of Approval for Roofing, Siding and Exterior Services Freedom Federal Credit UnionHELPING YOU REACH YOUR FINANCIAL DREAMSDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showFollow the Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast on Social Media:Facebook – Conversations with Rich Bennett & Harford County LivingFacebook Group (Join the conversation) – Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast group | FacebookTwitter – Conversations with Rich Bennett & Harford County LivingInstagram – Harford County LivingTikTok – CWRB (@conversationsrichbennett) | TikTok Sponsors, Affiliates, and ways we pay the bills:Recorded at the Freedom Federal Credit Union StudiosHosted on BuzzsproutRocketbookSquadCast Contests & Giveaways Subscribe by Email ...

On Sunday we'll resume our “Dinner With Jesus” sermon series, studying a Gospel story about a time Jesus shattered expectations by sharing a meal with someone who'd been spiritually shunned and hated away from God. Others were scandalized that Jesus went, but the result was miraculous. Join us on Sunday as we learn all about the power of grace to miraculously heal wounded souls.

Chelsea Brown is an LPC Supervisor in Oklahoma and owns Restoration Behavioral Health in Muskogee, OK. She is a nationally certified Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapist, having trained at the University of Oklahoma's Center for Child Abuse and Neglect and is also a provider of Cognitive Processing Therapy, an evidenced-based treatment approach to Post-Traumatic Stress in Adults.Chelsea grew up in Muskogee, OK, and has raised a family there since 2005. She obtained her Bachelor of Arts in General Psychology and her Masters of Science in Counseling Psychology from Northeastern State University. She has worked in this field for over 10 years, assisting individuals and their families.Chelsea focuses on trauma-work for her community and specializes in treating first responders, but also serves the kids that come through her advocacy center who have been victims of abuse and neglect. She specializes in working with individuals and children with diagnoses of PTSD, Depression, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Acute Stress Disorder, and Reactive Attachment Disorder.She is a Boeing Scholar through the Strong Star Initiative in Houston, TX in their training initiative for CPT. Chelsea is dedicated to ever-growing her knowledge of trauma treatment and recovery through hundreds of clock hours of continuing education and training, including training in Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI), Advanced TFCBT coursework, and Components for Enhancing Clinician Experience and Reducing Trauma Model (CE-CERT). "This dedication to training ensures that we, at Restoration, have all the tools and skills we need to treat the challenges our clients are facing."In This EpisodeChelsea's WebsiteContact Chelsea: chelsea.brown@restorationbh.com---If you'd like to support The Trauma Therapist Podcast and the work I do you can do that here with a monthly donation of $5, $7, or $10: Donate to The Trauma Therapist Podcast.Click here to join my email list and receive podcast updates and other news.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-trauma-therapist--5739761/support.

Arya Harris Keller has a BA (Hon) from the University of Toronto. She considered a career in academia but chose to marry and become an adoptive mom to two children instead. Her son has Written Output Disorder, and Generalized Anxiety and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorders. Her daughter has Reactive Attachment Disorder. Like most Special Parents, she has dedicated significant time – years – to researching and understanding her kids' issues, making her an unofficial expert of sorts. Arya also has a lifelong interest in spirituality and personal development. After a spiritual awakening, she found some amazing and profound teachers, who set her on the path of yoga, Enlightenment Intensives and Mind Clearing. She loves how Mind Clearing has a foundation in deep spiritual truth, but it remains secular, practical, and relevant to everyday life. She originally studied Mind Clearing to be a better mom, but she found a lifeline and her passion in this transformational work. After 20 years of marriage Arya divorced her husband and started over. She eventually remarried and immigrated to the USA. For the last 10 years she has been giving and receiving Mind Clearing sessions regularly while raising her family. She believes that behind every good Clearer is a good Clearer. She walks her talk, and it is her sacred honor to support other Special Moms (and Dads) on their own journeys of healing and self-discovery.

When you're at the end of your rope with parenting challenges that seem insurmountable, finding a beacon of hope is crucial. This episode of Legit Parenting welcomes the remarkable Gina He-man, who lights the way for parents grappling with the complexities of raising children impacted by trauma. With a heartfelt blend of personal insight and unwavering support, Gina reflects on her world and the creation of Trauma Drama University, which offers strategies and hope to those facing similar trials.Parenting isn't a one-size-fits-all journey, Our conversation with Gina is a testament to the power of personalized parenting strategies that resonate with each unique child and situation and having the proper support. Gina Heumann is a professor, author, speaker, designer, and founder & CEO of Trauma Drama University. In her day job, she is a professor of interior design at Rocky Mountain College or Art + Design. ​After adopting their boys from Guatemala, Gina & her husband were thrust into the eye of the trauma storm, realizing their youngest was neglected by his previous caregiver. After over a decade of researching and testing out a multitude of therapies and treatments, the family finally found the right combination of tools and began healing together. Now, a connected unit, the family is dedicated to sharing experiences, offering hope, and passing on what they've learned with the next generation of parents.​The journey began in 2019, when Gina launched her book, Love Never Quits: Surviving & Thriving After Infertility, Adoption, and Reactive Attachment Disorder, winner of a gold seal from the prestigious Mom's Choice awards. In 2020, Gina spoke at TEDx Grand Junction about how "Childhood Trauma Affects Us All". As a curriculum designer, Gina began creating TDU's online courses during COVID and launched as an official non-profit in the Fall of 2022. ​

In this episode, Nicholeen and Paije discuss some of the intricacies of Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD), how challenging and frustrating it can be, and how TSG can address behaviors that are common with this diagnosis. Do you feel like your child is oddly distant? Do you wish they desired a better connection with you like you do with them? Listen in for great tips and insights on improving your connection with someone with RAD!

Join us as Cortney goes over what RAD is and what it means for those who have it and those who care for those who have it.   References: When Love is Not Enough, A guide to Parenting Children with RAD-Reactive Attachment Disorder. by Nancy L. Thomas.

Welcome to another episode of The ReStoried Podcast! In today's conversation, we sit down with Crystal, a devoted Christ-follower, wife, mother, counselor, and friend. Crystal's journey is one of deep passion and purpose, centered around connecting others with God's transformative power and unwavering presence. With a background in women's ministry and Christian Education, she has dedicated herself to helping others navigate life's challenges through biblical counseling. As the founder of Spirit & Strength, a Christ-centered weight training ministry, Crystal has authored numerous studies and conferences on topics ranging from authentic faith to engaged parenting. However, her profound dedication to fostering connections and bringing beauty from ashes truly shines through. With a particular focus on women, anxiety, and adoption, Crystal's heart for counseling is evident in her desire to see lives transformed by the gospel. In this episode, we are going to focus on the reality of raising a child with Reactive Attachment Disorder. As an adoptive mom, Crystal has first-hand experience in raising a child who struggled with this disorder. Join us as we dive into her experiences, insights, and the miraculous ways she witnesses God's grace at work in foster care and adoption.Episode Highlights: All about Crystal & her backgroundWhat is Reactive Attachment Disorder? Raising a child with Reactive Attachment Disorder Practical tips for Self-Care Practical tips for raising a child with Reactive Attachment Disorder Find more on Guest:Please Pass the Mustard Seeds WebsiteField Stone Counseling Find More on Hope Bridge:Visit Our Website Follow us on InstagramFollow us on Facebook Foster Our Community Instagram This show has been produced by Adkins Media Co.

Hey, y'all! For this week's MBD, Koelle tackles a request from our podcasting friends, RAD, with a familiar case that involves it. Enjoy!Join us at Patreon.com/diagnosingakiller for exclusive content!Click here for an exclusive offer from Temporary Tattoos! -> https://www.pntrac.com/t/3-309574-293495-146707We love you, YOU ARE NOT ALONE!!! National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: (800) 273-8255The Trevor Project: (212) 695-8650 https://www.thetrevorproject.orgSources:http://traumadissociation.com/radhttps://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/reactive-attachment-disorder/symptoms-causes/syc-20352939https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/17904-reactive-attachment-disorderhttps://www.webmd.com/mental-health/mental-health-reactive-attachment-disorder**DISCLAIMER: Kenna and Koelle are not licensed to diagnose individuals. The mental illnesses discussed in episodes are either diagnosed by a psychiatrist or psychologist or are purely speculation by the hosts.**

Welcome back to Analyze Scripts, where a psychiatrist and a therapist analyze what Hollywood gets right and wrong about mental health. Today, we are covering one of our most favorite Christmas films, "The Grinch." This version came out in 2000 and stars Jim Carrey. In this episode we cover Reactive Attachment Disorder, Season Affective Disorder, Antisocial Personality Disorder and the impact of trauma and bullying in early life. We don't leave you feeling hopeless so we also share effective therapy for early childhood disruption and stories of healing. We hope you enjoy! Website Tiktok Instagram Dr. Katrina Furey, MD: Hi, I'm Dr. Katrina Fieri, a psychiatrist. And I'm Portia Pendleton, a licensed clinical social worker. And this is Analyze Scripts, a podcast. Portia Pendleton, LCSW: Where two shrinks analyze the depiction of. Dr. Katrina Furey, MD: Mental health in movies and TV shows. Our hope is that you learn some legit info about mental health while feeling like you're chatting with your girlfriends. Portia Pendleton, LCSW: There is so much misinformation out there. Dr. Katrina Furey, MD: And it drives us nuts. And if someday we pay off our student loans or land a sponsorship, like with a lay flat airline or a. Portia Pendleton, LCSW: Major beauty brand, even better. Dr. Katrina Furey, MD: So sit back, relax, grab some popcorn. Portia Pendleton, LCSW: And your DSM Five and enjoy. Hi. Dr. Katrina Furey, MD: Welcome to our December edition of our podcast. Portia Pendleton, LCSW: Happy Holidays. Dr. Katrina Furey, MD: Happy holidays near and far. If you are an international listener, which we did just get Spotify wrapped info, right? We're global, so thank you. Portia Pendleton, LCSW: We are global. Guys, it's official. Our top three countries on spotify were America, Canada and Norway. Dr. Katrina Furey, MD: Who knew? So loving the northern European aisles. So we are really excited to kind of continue the December edition of some holiday classics. So today we're going to be covering The Grinch, the Jim Carrey version. So there's many versions, obviously. I think at least I'm more familiar with the Jim Carrey one. Then there's the cartoon, right? The original. And then there's the new cartoon, which is really funny and silly, too. Portia Pendleton, LCSW: And the new cartoon has some pretty sick beats, has some good music. And, of course, I think we were, like, going back and forth about, do we cover the original or the Jim Carrey version? And I was glad when you agreed we should do Jim Carrey version because it's so good. Dr. Katrina Furey, MD: Yeah. And there's a lot there. Portia Pendleton, LCSW: Yeah, just like the costuming, the makeup. Every time I watch it, I'm just looking at The Grinch, like, did he just take 10 hours to get in this costume every day? Dr. Katrina Furey, MD: Probably. I mean, that is a fun fact. All of their facial constructions, the nose for makeup every single day. So I went to at my dance studio growing up, the girl I don't know her name, I should have walked who was climbing up the mountain at the beginning with the boys to, like, the grim. Yeah. So she went to my dance studio. Portia Pendleton, LCSW: No way. Yeah. Dr. Katrina Furey, MD: So I don't know if she's been in things since, but that was always so exciting. Portia Pendleton, LCSW: That's like a hot take. Dr. Katrina Furey, MD: Yeah. Anyway. Portia Pendleton, LCSW: And Taylor Momson was so adorable as Cindy Lou. I know. And that's obviously, like, pre Gossip Girl, but then she went into Gossip Girl, and then she was, like, the lead singer of that really intense heavy metal band. And I'm not sure what she's doing now, but she's just so adorable and was really perfect for the role. And I just loved all their hairstyles, and I'm assuming they were wigs, but just super cool. And then molly shannon, of course I know. Who doesn't love her? Dr. Katrina Furey, MD: Some of the people when I looked up the cast list, I was like, oh, yeah, duh. That's them. But their makeup and costuming was so good that it just never even crossed my mind that that was my Shannon. But, like, hello, superstar. Portia Pendleton, LCSW: Hello. Oh, my God, we should do Superstars, by the way, side note. Dr. Katrina Furey, MD: Yeah. Portia Pendleton, LCSW: And then I vividly remember this movie coming out. I think I was in late middle school, early high school, and it was like a year when my family was having a hard time and that Faith Hill, Where Are you? Christmas song came out. And it really was like I remember just being like, this is how I feel this year. And even still, it really gets you and I think really speaks to how emotional the holiday season can be as we keep talking about and emphasizing in our holiday episodes. That is a fact that holidays can be hard for people of all ages and backgrounds. And I really loved that this movie and the Grinch story in general really speaks to the meaning of the holidays and that beyond the commercialization of it, it stirs up a lot of big feelings for people. And that's yeah, yeah. Vividly remember hearing that song as a kid and being like just like, oh, speaks to Know. Dr. Katrina Furey, MD: I mean, Faith Hill is such a wonderful artist. And I think know it came out with the album because Cindy Lou, right? Like, sings in her little beautiful voice, too, in the movie. But then the Faith Hill version, I think, was just like a tear. Portia Pendleton, LCSW: Yes. And it reminds me of that song. My grown up Christmas list. Have you heard that one? Yeah, similar, right, where you're just like it's just like really I don't know, something about Christmas music really gets me. Dr. Katrina Furey, MD: I'm a music crier, so if it is hallelujah. Portia Pendleton, LCSW: Yeah, I can easily a lot of the Christmas, even a lot of the church hymns, even not for a sad reason, they're just, like, really moving. Yeah, right. They're so moving. Dr. Katrina Furey, MD: Yeah. Portia Pendleton, LCSW: I was just going to say that reminds me. I recently was at Disney World, and they're doing a lot of their Christmas stuff right now. And I went to what they call the candlelight processional show. I don't know if you've ever heard of it's, at Epcot. So it's this big show that's been going on for 60 years, and they have a big choir, a live band, and then there's always a celebrity narrator who basically narrates the Christian Christmas story, right. And then they sing all the classic Christmas songs with a huge choir. So it's like really emotional, really beautiful. And when I was there, Chrissy Metz from this Is US was the celebrity. Narrator do you know who she is? Dr. Katrina Furey, MD: Yeah. Portia Pendleton, LCSW: I loved. This is us. I feel like in our giveaway, which we'll talk about then in our episode, a lot of people have recommended that to us over the years. But anyway, she was like, balling. She was just, like, so moved by the Christmas story and the big choir. And I think it's just like the music, right? It's, like, so moving. Dr. Katrina Furey, MD: I attended the online version, but a conference for eating disorders. And it was in the Renfro conference. Yeah, she was one of the keynote speakers, just talking about her experience. And it was like, a couple of people who've been very open about their experience in a larger body and just, like, fat phobia and being an advocate. Portia Pendleton, LCSW: Oh, wow. Dr. Katrina Furey, MD: Yeah, I was really impressed with what she had to yeah. We both kind of just saw her in two different ways than this is us. So she's getting around everywhere. Portia Pendleton, LCSW: That's awesome. And actually, I just saw on her Instagram she's coming to New Haven with I guess she's like obviously she's a singer, but I guess with her band or something. Cool. Hey, Chrissy. Matt's, like, we love you. Okay. Anyway, back to the grinch. There's a lot we could talk about. So what jumps out to so I. Dr. Katrina Furey, MD: Was, you know, using Google as one does when they're looking for movie fun facts and something that I didn't see, but did pop out at me when I was watching the movie. Which is kind of a controversial disorder in the DSM and kind of in I don't know its use, its treatment, but it's a reactive attachment disorder. So I thought of him kind of immediately the Grinch with attachment. Portia Pendleton, LCSW: Right. Dr. Katrina Furey, MD: Like, he kind of came from somewhere. We don't know. Portia Pendleton, LCSW: The storks in the sky. Yeah. Dr. Katrina Furey, MD: And he landed outside and then he was cold and alone. I don't know for how long, not a long period of time. But it makes me think of some disrupted attachment and some neglect. And then the two sisters kind of take him in. And then he kind of goes on to continue, though, to not fit in and not have these connections with his peers. And so I thought, just for educational purposes, we could talk a little bit about reactive attention. I've worked I think that's a great idea over the years with it. And again, it's not common. But unfortunately, with the DSM, the current version of it, we only really have two disorders that we can diagnose and bill with. So it's reactive attachment disorder and then the disinhibited social where did it go? Disinhibited social engagement disorder. So everyone really wants there to be way more attachment based disorders. It would be more gentle, I think, with explaining some behavior. Portia Pendleton, LCSW: So anyway, like, from childhood to adulthood. Yeah, I think totally. Dr. Katrina Furey, MD: And we've talked a lot about borderline disorder throughout our movies and TV shows. And there's a lot of talk about borderline often, but not always stemming from attachment issues. DSM, I think Sick should work on that. Portia Pendleton, LCSW: Yeah. And I think, too, there's so many different schools of thought in terms of psychological development or schools of thought in terms of how do you do psychotherapy? What's sort of your lens that you see things through? And attachment is a big one. That's one that I find myself just naturally gravitating towards. And I've noticed we talk about it a lot on our podcast, almost every character. You and I are really curious about their attachments. Like with the morning show, we were like, oh, finally we saw Corey's mom. We're just constantly wondering, how did people get to be this way? And I think those early years are so important, right? Like between ages zero and five. That really sets the stage psychologically for how you will relate to adults. Really. Like, those early attachments we talked about in our Harry Potter episode with your caregivers are incredibly important. And, yeah, we see the Grinch as a baby, but like an older baby, like six to twelve months, I'd say, based on his head control and vocalizations and things like that. Dropped off on the stoop. So what happened before then? If anything, it's cold. And then he looks totally different from everyone else. And he's super bullied. Like all those scenes with Martha May when he's so excited to give her the valentine or not the valentine. The Christmas angel. Dr. Katrina Furey, MD: Yeah. Portia Pendleton, LCSW: And even the teacher. Dr. Katrina Furey, MD: I know everyone's like that one scene. Slow laughing, right? Portia Pendleton, LCSW: They're like, yeah, even the teacher. It reminds me of Stepbrothers when the mom gets involved singing songs. Brennan has a know where. It's just like even the adult who's supposed to be protecting you in that. Dr. Katrina Furey, MD: Space is like adding to it. Portia Pendleton, LCSW: I think a lot of people, even if you have solid, secure attachment, can relate to feeling bullied or laughed at in school. But he really got it. And we really saw how that made him isolate. Totally. Right. Totally isolate. And it's interesting, right? I think comparing how the Grinch responds to that type of early experience know, in a future episode, we're going to talk about Frozen, how Elsa responds and then isolates herself. It's interesting parallels to me. Dr. Katrina Furey, MD: Yeah. And a common theme in some child movies. I just think it's know something bad happens, which I guess is just a good story. And then how someone responds to that something bad happening or hard or, you know, how they kind of manage to do it. And ideally, if it's a Disney movie, they coped well and kind of come out the other side. But we see that with a Grin. Portia Pendleton, LCSW: So, again, when we talk about attachment, again, it's a term used to talk about the connection between an infant and their early caregiver. Usually it's a parent, but not always. It can be a grandparent. It can be someone at an orphanage. Hopefully it's someone that's a good place to start, is we hope there's someone. Right? Hi, scribbles. So then we think about and we've talked about in a lot of our past episodes, like Harry Potter, you a lot of different ones about the different type styles of attachment. We think about secure attachment versus insecure attachment. And then in that umbrella of insecure attachment, we think about avoidant attachment styles versus anxious avoidant attachment styles versus a reactive type of attachment style, right? So when you have a secure attachment, the child knows and feels secure in knowing that their needs will be met by their caregiver. And this develops over time, like for human babies, when you cry, your mother comes to feed you, to change you, to hold you. As the baby gets older, the child begins to be able to tolerate waiting for mom because they've been able to internalize, like, even if I'm crying, I know she will eventually come to me. It's something called object permanence, where I believe it's around 18 months old, where kids can realize, like, okay, even if I don't see my mom, I know she still exists, and when I need her, I know she will hear me and come to get me, even if it's not immediate. So you develop this secure feeling like your needs will be met. When you have insecure attachment, you don't develop that. You can't count on your needs being met, and you react to that in different ways. If you have an anxious attachment style, you're always kind of like wanting it to be met and not really being able to trust, like, will it be met or not? You're always anxious about it. If you have an anxious avoidant attachment style, you have that anxiety and then you kind of avoid social interactions in adulthood, you might not pursue romantic partnership, you might have a hard time making long term friendships, things like that. If you have a totally avoided attachment style, you don't interact with anyone, and you're just like, I can't trust anyone. And then this reactive attachment style is having a really hard time soothing yourself. So I remember seeing this in some kids when I did inpatient child psychiatry rotations who maybe grew up in I specifically remember one case where the child grew up in an orphanage in Russia or somewhere like that and was adopted by a family who'd also adopted like eight other kids but adopted them at like age nine or something. And the kid was having a really hard time adjusting, and it was just like a lot of emotional dysregulation, really hard time feeling soothed, really hard time trusting that anyone is safe to soothe them. It's really sad to see. And so we think that kids with reactive attachment disorder have a really disturbed internal working model of relationships. It's like the most severe version of an attachment disorder. And so that leads to a lot of interpersonal and behavioral problems later in life. Most of them have early childhood neglect, abuse or both especially in that ages zero to five range. Or early loss, like early tragic loss, which then leads to neglect or things like that where their needs aren't met. And I think it's been connected to I don't know the date off the top of my head, but things in adulthood like substance use disorder, mental health disorders, trouble maintaining jobs like stuff like that. But what's been your experience with it? Dr. Katrina Furey, MD: Similar, just kind of working. I think it's been some of the saddest cases I've worked with and just some of the ones that I feel like really sit with you and I won't forget. And I think that just speaks to how many painful and terrible things that we see and work with families for. It's like this, just for me, has really taken the cake, I think, because treatment feels really difficult and challenging because so much of it has to do with the caregiver. And the caregiver really should be in their own therapy because it's so difficult, really. You have to almost be like it's almost like an impossible expectation which no one's asking the parent to give or the caregiver to give. But you have to really be kind of coaching constantly. Everything's kind of a goal, everything's even a hug. Like a lot of kids with reactive attachment disorder don't like to be touched. So it's like how can you show important love? Portia Pendleton, LCSW: Regulate them. Yeah, exactly. Dr. Katrina Furey, MD: It's just hard. So there's like attachment therapy, play therapy, of course for little ones. There's some residential that they do rad. Sometimes they send them home with a puppy I've seen to develop a bond with something. Portia Pendleton, LCSW: Yeah, because I was just thinking, as you were saying, that so much of therapy, at least in adults, focuses on the therapeutic alliance which means the connection between the patient and their therapist. And time and time again studies have shown that is the strongest predictor of positive outcomes in therapy is having that connection with your therapist. And for so many patients. If not, I would argue all of them who have attachment struggles, whether they meet criteria for a full fledged attachment disorder or they just have some. Dr. Katrina Furey, MD: Interpersonal. Portia Pendleton, LCSW: Stuff with their parents that they're trying to work through, that gets replicated in the therapeutic relationship. And that can be, like, a great way to work on healing those wounds and learning how to trust other people, at least in the psychodynamic work that I do. And that's going to be so hard with someone with a reactive attachment style because they're going to really struggle to form that alliance with their care with a therapist. And I think that's like the whole goal probably for a really long time in the therapy is just to connect and be a safe place. Right. And similarly if you're adopting a child with this kind of attachment style, I think, but I'm sure we could do a better job that adoption agencies and stuff like help parents learn how to relate to these kiddos and over time but I don't actually know how much support parents get who are adopting. Dr. Katrina Furey, MD: Yeah, I think that's hard. I guess, even thinking of some of the cases where the belief is that some were from the kind of the international adoptions from places in Eastern Europe where we kind of know historically there seems to be a lot of neglect and then other just like horrific cases of child abuse and neglect here right. Early on adoption. So when we think of the Grinch, the point of kind of bringing up reactive attachment disorders, there's so many things. So people there's like antisocial personality disorder people have kind of talked about with him, depression, trauma, of course. Portia Pendleton, LCSW: But it's like I think this was. Dr. Katrina Furey, MD: Just like a little bit of a unique one. But he does demonstrate some of the criteria. So not liking physical touch, he wants to kind of be on his own, being unhappy or sad, it says, without a clear cause. I think we could take the trauma approach that there's always a clear cause with abuse in the case, it's always coming from somewhere but not really expressing emotions. So having a conscience, like struggling with remorse or guilt and then the detachment, withdrawal, kind of all of that. Portia Pendleton, LCSW: Yeah. And in terms of the DSM Five how, they also include some other symptoms that you might see in children with a reactive attachment disorder, which includes things like poor hygiene, not meeting motor milestones, having trouble with eye contact or social interactions, having blank expressions, appearing like unfocused, not responding socially appropriately to an interpersonal interactions, and stuff like that. And kind of all of that makes sense. Right. Because you learn how to groom yourself from your caregiver, right? Like your caregiver brushes your teeth, brushes your hair, gets you dressed before you know how to do that. So if no one's doing that for you, you don't know to do it for yourself. Right. And so I think you could also see how I just think, like, a trauma informed approach is so important because you could see how someone with this attachment style could be misdiagnosed as like ADHD, odd conduct disorder. And sure, I think there might be a proportion of people with this early childhood trauma and attachment style who go on to develop those things, but it might not actually be that. Right? Dr. Katrina Furey, MD: Yeah. Portia Pendleton, LCSW: That's important to emphasize. Dr. Katrina Furey, MD: The big years that I feel like that kind of comes out is more which is where the research with reactive attachment disorder is lacking and why it can be a little controversial because there's no long term studies, really about what it turns into. They know a lot from zero to five. But then after it's like, are the kiddos kind of getting a secure attachment, working on it, developing the ability to have close, safe relationships? Or is it kind of taking that other route where it's still not having any relationships and then the behaviors kind of naturally come out of that. It's not like the behaviors first, it's like you're kind of on your own in this big social world. Portia Pendleton, LCSW: Exactly right. It's like the former way you described it is like what we see in this movie with the grins who he can develop this secure feeling with. Cindy Lou. Interestingly. A little child. Right? And we always think like children are very pure and kind and so innocent. Right. And as adults, we often say like, gosh, when do we all become know when you're looking at little kids and interestingly, as you were saying that, Portia, I was just thinking like, well, in order to do a long term study, your participants have to keep participating, which in of itself is an attachment. So these people are not going to do that, right, if their attachment isn't healing righteous. Dr. Katrina Furey, MD: Yeah. And I thought his heart growing was to me just like so symbolic of him being and again, it's a movie and it's fast, but his healing and his ability to then connect and he kind of learns that through Cindy Luhu. And then it's safe to kind of try other attachments with his his caregivers. He kind know, reunites with and they put the sweater on him that's like itchy looking. Portia Pendleton, LCSW: Yeah, but he can tolerate even that. Know, it is like such a beautiful like for therapy in some, right? Like, I guess if Cindy Lou and the Grinch are engaging in play therapy, I guess if you're following my drift, that if you can develop that connection and it can feel safe and if someone in your life can see past all the acting out behaviors, stealing the present, stealing the you know, stealing all the lights. All this stuff the Grinch is doing in anger, which is sort of his way of projecting out all the pain he's holding inside from all his early life experience. If there's someone in your life again, hopefully an adult, not a child, hopefully someone will train someone in your life who can hold on to and keep mirroring back to you that you do have goodness inside. You are worthy of love. I see you for who you are despite all your acting out. I'm not going to leave you, baby. Is that powerful? And don't you wish everyone could have a person like that in your life? I'm just thinking of all the teenage boys I've seen in my work throughout the years who are just really acting out. And you're just like, god, you just need someone to love you. And it's tough. And these behaviors make it hard to do that consistently. Right. But you really need it because they. Dr. Katrina Furey, MD: Are so naturally kind of pushing others away. But it's like the core purpose of that is to protect. So it's like while others are kind of getting hurt or like, oh, yeah, he's a jerk. I can't believe he did that. It's like obviously some peers, I'm not asking them to have the capacity to do that, but like the caregivers or the adults around or the teachers or the supports, the therapist, it's like, well, why is this happening and how does it benefit him? But he also does have a dog. So now, thinking about animals, was that a tiny little way that even while he was by himself, he was able to develop an attachment with an animal, and that made it easier for them with Cindy Lou, who's also like a little bit, in a way, children are like animals. If you could go with me giving you that positive, unconditional, like, just the consistency. I feel like children in a way, are predictable in that way with just sometimes emotions. And so maybe that was the little crack that opened, allowed Cindy to kind of open the door. Portia Pendleton, LCSW: And I think that does speak to why could his heart grow? Why could he start to develop this? I think because there's some ability there for that. Right? He must have had some, however small thread of attachment that he knew it was possible there was something in there, whether it was those two sisters that he learned to trust, whether there was something there that led him to getting the dog. Right. And I mean, I've seen so many adult patients with a lot of attachment issues or trauma who really rely on their pets, right? And then there's all of the emotional support animals, which can be exploited, but when it's appropriate, it makes so much sense, right. Even if it's hard to attach to humans, because humans can be cruel sometimes animals, you can develop that attachment. So I think it does speak to the Grinch's ability to develop an attachment. However, it takes time, and it has to be in the right situation. But I think if he had been living alone like a hermit, with no dog, with no desire, then a there wouldn't be a story, there wouldn't be a movie. Right. He just wouldn't go to the Hubilation. He would just kind of be a hermit. Right. Dr. Katrina Furey, MD: I had a question for you, similarly, and I'm curious to hear your perspective about medication. So when I worked with some kiddos who had the diagnosis of reactive attachment disorder, it felt like a similar medication mix for borderline, right? Like an antianxiety, like a risperadol sometimes with respiradone, with aggression. So what else do you see? Yeah. Portia Pendleton, LCSW: So, again, I'm not a trained child and adolescent psychiatrist, but I would agree with you. In my brief training in child and adolescent psychiatry, during my adult residency training, it was hard because for a while I thought about pursuing child and adolescent, but then I didn't. And one big reason was because I felt like a lot of times as a psychiatrist, it was expected that you would medicate symptoms that at least like on the inpatient settings. I kept thinking, like, they're acting this way because of their home life or because of their parents or they're behaving and totally medicine isn't going to fix that. I would always say to my supervisors, I wish I could just prescribe them new parents. I just want to give them a loving parent. And Dr. Q, one of my favorite teachers of all time, when she would be interviewing kiddos and stuff, who were coming on the unit, she would get a good sense of what's their relationship like with their parents and then also ask them questions like, what do you go to when you're sad? Or who can you talk to when you have a question? Trying to gauge, like, is there someone else in your life? A coach, a teacher? Is there someone? And if there was someone kind of like the Grinch, there must been someone that you hope you can foster that relationship. But I would agree with you. I feel like in terms of the medication side, I think you often end up medicating certain symptoms in hopes it'll help keep the kid in, quote, unquote, behavioral control. And that always just rubs me the wrong way, because it feels like we're not treating the deeper thing or, like, the root cause, but then it's also like, well, how do you get to the root cause if the behaviors are interfering? It's really complicated, right? Dr. Katrina Furey, MD: Yeah. Portia Pendleton, LCSW: But yeah, I would agree with you. I think we see. And sometimes that's appropriate. Sometimes when you have patients with something like borderline personality disorder, it is helpful for them to be on a couple of different medications to help treat the different symptoms so that they're in a place of emotional stability, where they can make use of DBT or play therapy if it's a kid. It's just, I think, really hard with kids when the medications we're using can have so many side effects. So it's a really nuanced decision. Dr. Katrina Furey, MD: Yeah. And I think it just makes it hard. And I think we both have said ten times today, but attachment is so tricky, and I think the most vulnerable people are kiddos, and it just can be heartbreaking. When basic needs aren't met, there's abuse, and then, of course, that they're still not in a good place, and I don't know. But another totally agree, kind of just quick note about the Grinch is I thought it was funny someone it made me think of, like, what is it? Sad? Seasonal effective seasonal affective disorder. And it's like, it's always winter there. It's always holiday stress, right? So it's like, it's this perpetual can you imagine? Portia Pendleton, LCSW: Like, on the one hand, it's like, wow, it might be nice to live in Christmas time all the time, but then on the other, it's like such that's so much pressure, like, such high expectations. And we see that with the competition. Dr. Katrina Furey, MD: Between the neighbors, with how many lights. Portia Pendleton, LCSW: You get on your house. And then there's even the mayor's wife, who has, like, a Barbie body, right, who's using that light gun to get off. That's why loved this version of the movie, because it. Just speaks to that stress in such a comical way. Dr. Katrina Furey, MD: And it's also for adults with right seeing, like, doing the gun, it's shooting in that little bit, like, sensual way. It was funny. Yeah, it's funny. And it's definitely a part of the must watch list for me, at least for the holidays. Yeah, I love it. Portia Pendleton, LCSW: And I love this version. I just love Jim Carrey. Like, who doesn't? Yeah, but he's such a good Grinch. It's so good. Dr. Katrina Furey, MD: Yeah. Ten out of ten recommend. So thank you for listening today. I think we're going to wrap up. Portia Pendleton, LCSW: We'd love to hear your thoughts about this classic movie. What do you think about the Grinch's attachment style? Dr. Katrina Furey, MD: Yeah, so definitely let us know. You can reach us on many social media accounts like TikTok or Instagram at Analyze Scripts podcast. You can also leave a comment if you're watching this on YouTube. Or you can always email us at Analyze scriptspodcast at gmail. We'd like to hear your take. This was a little bit of new info. Portia Pendleton, LCSW: Yeah, let's talk about the giveaway. I believe this episode is going to come out before the giveaway. Let me double check. Dr. Katrina Furey, MD: Monday. I think it won't that Monday. Well, sorry. Portia Pendleton, LCSW: I mean, it could well, can we cut this out? Dr. Katrina Furey, MD: You should check our instagram. And if there is the still giveaway going on, we're giving away $200 of an Amazon gift card as a way to say thank you to our listeners. If it's not, we'll probably maybe do it again at some point. Portia Pendleton, LCSW: Maybe next do it again another time. Dr. Katrina Furey, MD: Make sure you're following us. You could see the opportunity to give us some feedback, and we'll definitely be taking some of the suggestions that have. Portia Pendleton, LCSW: Been on that post. Dr. Katrina Furey, MD: And again, please leave us some. We'd love to hear your feedback, but thanks for joining us. Portia Pendleton, LCSW: We're having a great time and we love all the interaction and catch us next week's. For our last episode of 2023, we will be covering Christmas Vacation, which is just such a classic. It's one of Portia's favorites. It will be released on Christmas Day. So if you need a little mental health break from all the festivities and you want to give it a listen, that's great. Dr. Katrina Furey, MD: Yeah, no, good note. All right, take care, guys. Portia Pendleton, LCSW: Bye. Dr. Katrina Furey, MD: This podcast and its contents are a copyright of analyzed scripts. All rights reserved. Any redistribution or reproduction of part or all of the contents in any form is prohibited. 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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

Jayne Amelia speaks with therapist Dr. Bruce Sogolow.  Dr. Bruce has been a psychotherapist for nearly 40 years. He relates that “There was a kind of inevitability that led to my practice of specializing in ‘walking along side' of families with children who suffered from attachment challenges.” His most valuable teachers along the way were children and parents whose trust in others was deeply wounded in their early lives: through a deep dive into non-violent communication, he discovered that their trust could be relationally developed through compassion, empathy, and curiosity. For over ten years in Sarasota, Florida, Dr. Bruce served as executive director of RADical Healing, Inc.—“Healing Families, Training Professionals.” He is a specialist in treating families with foster/adoptive children with Reactive Attachment Disorder and is also a licensed Supervisor training new therapists—developing and offering workshops and CEU courses sorely needed in the therapeutic community.  Dr. Bruce lives with his wife, Katherine—a writer and playwright—in California. He is available for consultations and  facilitates workshops for families and therapists. What Happened to You?: Conversations on Trauma, Resilience, and Healing by Dr. Bruce Perry and Oprah Winfrey How To Know A Person: The Art Of Seeing Others Deeply And Being Deeply Seen by David Brooks The Anatomy Of Peace  by Emery Reves Buck (film) by Cindi MeehlSee bonusbabies.org to learn more about what we are doing and please donate to support us by making a 100% tax-deductible contribution. EVERY PENNY OF YOUR CONTRIBUTION GOES TO RECORDING AND PLATFORMING THESE STORIES. Yeah!IG@bonusbabiespodcastTW@BonusBabiesPodFB@BonusBabiesPodcast

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

Episode 148:: November 7, 2023  How to Be Content When Your Life Isn't EasySummary: In this episode, Amy discusses the concept of contentment and how it can be challenging to achieve when life isn't easy. Amy explores the impact of unmet expectations, "if only" thinking, and comparison that contribute to our discontent. She shares personal stories and offers practical steps to help you shift your perspective, find gratitude, and embrace delight in your life.Key Moments:[3:10] Three traps that lead to discontent[5:11] Endless "if onlys" suggest we're never enough[9:08] Delight doesn't fix what's broken, gives us fuel to press on[10:36] Noticing the goodResources:Is this what you expected? Lisa Qualls On Delight and Why it Matters: Shauna Niequist If you enjoyed the show:Have you purchased our new book, The Other Side of Special? Subscribe to our newsletter on the Take Heart WebsiteGet our free resource on finding Gratitude, Peace, and HopeReview and like us on Apple Podcasts Share us with others from wherever you listen to podcastsFollow us on Instagram @takeheartspecialmomsFind Amy at www.amyjbrown.com/  or on Instagram @amyjbrown_writerFind Carrie at www.carriemholt.com or on Instagram @carriemholtFind Sara at www.saraclime.com or on Instagram @saraclimeSupport the show

Eps. 143:  October 2, 2023 God's Faithfulness in the Midst of Daily SufferingSummary: In this episode, Amy explores the complexities of faithfulness in the midst of suffering as a special needs parent. She shares her own experiences of feeling betrayed and angry at God as she faced challenging behaviors daily from several of her children. Amy discusses the disconnect between her expectations of what it means to be faithful and the reality of her lived experiences. Offering a shift in perspective, she reflects on a silent retreat and the importance of remembering ourselves as beloved by God, held in his hand. Amy encourages listeners to embrace the messiness and doubts of faithfulness and find solace in being God's beloved. Key Moments:[1:02] Is it possible to just trust and obey God? It's not that simple[3:17] Feeling mad, betrayed, low—God can handle it[9:10] Deep life security and not task management[11:09] Not servants but beloved familyResources:What it feels like to be the Nurturing Enemy The Unhiding of Elijah Campbell: Kelly Flanagan Mission Shaped Spirituality: Susan HopeEph: 3:14-19If you enjoyed the show:Have you purchased our new book, The Other Side of Special? Subscribe to our newsletter on the Take Heart WebsiteGet our free resource on finding Gratitude, Peace, and HopeReview and like us on Apple Podcasts Share us with others from wherever you listen to podcastsFollow us on Instagram @takeheartspecialmomsFind Amy at www.amyjbrown.com/  or on Instagram @amyjbrown_writerFind Carrie at www.carriemholt.com or on Instagram @carriemholtFind Sara at www.saraclime.com or on Instagram @saraclimeSupport the show

Have you ever stopped to question the narratives spun by mental health professionals or the sensationalism surrounding adoption? This episode of 'Because I Said So' invites you to do just that. I'm challenging the idea that adoption is an inherently traumatic experience, laden with existential crises and psychological pitfalls. With the story of my friend Pat, who discovered he was adopted at 19 and reacted with nonchalance, I challenge this sensationalized narrative and question if it's a mere invention by mental health professionals to create a cash stream.I also explore the adoption specialist cabal, who often push narratives leading adoptive parents to feel guilty and inadequate. These narratives, such as 'bonding' with a biological mother's heartbeat, can negatively impact a child's behavior and trigger parental anxiety. Hear about the Romanian orphans adopted by American parents who thrived against the odds and debunk the theory that bonding must occur at birth. Stay tuned as I conclude with an invitation to join my mission - sparking a retro revolution in child-rearing. ParentGuru: Better Parenting Starts Here Thousands of stressed parents are finding their way to better parenting with the help of ParentGuru.Parenting With Love and Leadership Weekly Substack newsletter by Parenting Expert John Rosemond.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showThanks for listening! Subscribe to my newsletter and follow me on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

In this first episode of season 4, Amy Brown kicks it off with a topic close to her heart: resourcing yourself as a caregiver. Amy shares her personal journey of learning to listen to her own life and prioritize self-care. Drawing from her experiences and the insights of women like Jennifer Dukes Lee and Taylor Elise Morrison, Amy explores the importance of asking ourselves questions like, “How am I contributing to my own chaos? Where am I feeling disconnected? Where do I need rest or space?” She suggests that finding moments of rest and joy, and letting go of the constant hustle and overwhelm can provide the resources you need to press on. Discover practical ways to resource yourself and create space for connection in your life as a caregiver. Ep. 139: August 8, 2023Key Moments:[1:46]The starting point for most people's self care isn't a purchase. [5:45] Situational strength (white-knuckling life) masks anxiety[6:40] Are “The Overs” taking over?[10:23] Asking ourselves questions is the perfect starting placeResources:Strong Like Water; Aundi KolberSabbath: Wayne Muller Peace is a Practice: Morgan Harper Nichols Let Your Life Speak: Parker Palmer The Next Right Thing Podcast: Why Self Care isn't Selfish If you enjoyed the show:Have you purchased our new book, The Other Side of Special? Subscribe to our newsletter on the Take Heart WebsiteGet our free resource on finding Gratitude, Peace, and HopeReview and like us on Apple Podcasts Share us with others from wherever you listen to podcastsFollow us on Instagram @takeheartspecialmomsFind Amy at www.amyjbrown.com/  or on Instagram @amyjbrown_writerFind Carrie at www.carriemholt.com or on Instagram @carriemholtFind Sara at www.saraclime.com or on Instagram @saraclimeSupport the show

Is there a cure for Reactive Attachment disorder in children who have been adopted or are in foster care? How common is this Diagnosis and what are some of the symptoms? On this episode, we're going to discuss some of the feelings of being a Mom to a child who has the dx.    I can't wait to hear what you think!   You can connect with like minded mamas in our private facebook group at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/whattoeexpectwhilefosteringandadopting/

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Dreams can be comforting, terrifying, insightful, or nonsensical, but does their content mean anything? Join Dave and Greg as they discuss dream analysis, and delve into the depths of the subconscious through the work of Freud, and Jung. They also will discuss their own theories on the interpretation of the unconscious messages we receive, and how useful the search of meaning can be in our every day lives.Awakening Together, Relaxing into Happiness with William Cooper, M.Th., LPCExperience Awakening....Relaxing into your Being and, therefore, Happiness. William has...Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showFollow Modern Therapist's Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @moderntherapistsguidetonothingTwitter: @MTGN_PodcastIntro and Outro music by 13th Ward Social ClubFollow on Instagram at @13thwardsocialclub and visit https://www.13thwardsocialclub.com/

Episode 55 with Everyday Parent: Sarah Brumley Hello Listeners, Sarah Brumley adopted 2 girls from the foster care system.  Currently, Sarah is parenting 2 teens and a toddler!  Can you relate?  Let's add that RAD and ASD are simultaneously occurring with her adopted children!   Sarah shares her success story, about dealing with Reactive Attachment Disorder AND Autism! Join us for a casual, bouncy conversation that touches many topics including communication, connection, life balance, using resources, and mental health. Always cheering you on!  Dinalynn   Contact Dinalynn:  hello@thelanguageofplay.com And join me in the Community:  FREE Facebook Community Schedule a 15 min conversation HERE   Contact Guest, Sarah Brumley:  hello@sarahbrumley.com   Mentioned in the Episode: 28 ”Why Won't The Kids Listen!??” part 1: ATTENTION: 4 factors to watch for! Teaching "Come" to littles and older kids 52 Teaching Kids to COME When They Want to Play Chase 53 Is it OK to Teach Your Child to COME Using the Same Method You Used for Rover? 54 Do You Beg Your Older Kids to Come? Help Your 7 to12 year-olds Want to Come!  

Reactive attachment disorder happens when a child is neglected, abused, lacks stability, or could even be described as a deficiency of love. It can manifest in a variety of symptoms, but it may be best understood through the story of Beth Thomas. Join Dave and Greg as they try to better understand this disorder through this incredibly disturbing, and heartbreaking case.Support the showFollow Modern Therapist's Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @moderntherapistsguidetonothingTwitter: @MTGN_PodcastIntro and Outro music by 13th Ward Social ClubFollow on Instagram at @13thwardsocialclub and visit https://www.13thwardsocialclub.com/

Co-Host Amy J. Brown shares her life and adoption journey in reference to Take Heart hosts' newly released book, “The Other Side of Special.” She addresses the struggles and challenges that come with being a mother dealing with the invisible disabilities of their children. She shares her journey of adopting children, including one with fetal alcohol syndrome, which led to many emotional and mental difficulties. She shares candidly in the book about her experiences in hopes that it helps other mothers with similar struggles to know that they are not alone and are valued by God.Ep. 128; May 16, 2023Key Moments:[2:06] Amy's struggle with infertility and adoption decisions[6:42] Feelings of loneliness[7:54] When the family doesn't want to understand[8:56] Sharing the journey[9:25] You are not alone in this journeyResources:The Other Side of SpecialIf you enjoyed the show:Subscribe to our newsletter on the Take Heart WebsiteGet our free resource on finding Gratitude, Peace, and HopeReview and like us on Apple Podcasts Share us with others from wherever you listen to podcastsFollow us on Instagram @takeheartspecialmomsFind Amy at www.amyjbrown.com/  or on Instagram @amyjbrown_writerFind Carrie at www.carriemholt.com or on Instagram @carriemholtFind Sara at www.saraclime.com or on Instagram @saraclimeSupport the show

As we celebrate the release of our new book, The Other Side of Special, we share about how we met and what we have learned as we have spent time together collaborating on the book and our podcast. Even though our children have very different diagnoses, we have realized we have so much in common which lends itself to caring for each other! Being vulnerable with each other but more importantly, in writing this book, can be difficult but we have seen God's redemption in those stories which motivates us to continue. We have been so encouraged by your support of us and want to celebrate with you! Ep.127; May 9, 2023Key Moments:[0:20] Our book, The Other Side of Special, is here today![4:42] Join us at the “Lake House”[11:30] We learn empathy by hearing others' stories[20:35] The importance of being honest about emotions[25:42] Our book is not a ‘how-to'[26:50] Pay attention to our body and name those emotionsResources:Purchase the Other Side of SpecialEpisode 100: Story Behind Take HeartIf you enjoyed the show:Subscribe to our newsletter on the Take Heart WebsiteGet our free resource on finding Gratitude, Peace, and HopeReview and like us on Apple Podcasts Share us with others from wherever you listen to podcastsFollow us on Instagram @takeheartspecialmomsFind Amy at www.amyjbrown.com/  or on Instagram @amyjbrown_writerFind Carrie at www.carriemholt.com or on Instagram @carriemholtFind Sara at www.saraclime.com or on Instagram @saraclimeTake Heart is supported by our listeners. We may earn an affiliate commission when you buy through links on our site.Support the show

A child that endured the absolute unthinkable was diagnosed with "Reactive Attachment Disorder". Here is her story. Law&Crime Documentary: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SNu7SHBuQq0&t=3993s Elissa Kerrill  Serial Killing : A Podcast  P.O. Box 760  Bolivar, MO 65613   *Want to Support?* Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/serial_killing Instagram: https://instagram.com/serial_killing/ Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/serial-k... --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/serial-killing/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/serial-killing/support

Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD) is a rare but serious condition that can develop in children who have experienced severe or prolonged neglect or deprivation of caregiving during their early developmental years. RAD is characterized by a persistent pattern of emotionally withdrawn, unresponsive, or resistant behavior towards caregivers, leading to significant impairment in social relationships and emotional development. Children with RAD may have difficulty forming healthy attachments and may show little interest in interacting with others, leading to difficulties in forming friendships, engaging in social activities, and developing normal emotional responses. Symptoms of RAD typically emerge before the age of five and can persist into adulthood if not treated. Treatment for RAD usually involves a combination of psychotherapy, family therapy, and specialized care that is tailored to the individual's specific needs. Learn more in this episode. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/labeaudslifelessons/message

I was honored to have Sharon Fuller, founder of The Attachment Place, LLC as a guest for episode 106 of the “De Facto Leaders” podcast.   Sharon began her journey with developmental trauma disorder (DTD), also known as reactive attachment disorder (RAD), when she and her husband first adopted in 2005. She is a mom to nine children, six biological and three who were added to their family through adoption. When confronting the effects of the trauma their adopted children had endured she realized they were ill-prepared to parent them and for the impact their trauma would have on their entire family. Sharon is a trained transformational coach and respite provider.    During that time, she developed an approach that is effective in breaking down walls and reaching the hearts of children with trauma histories and attachment challenges.   From 2012-2019, the Attachment Place helped close to one hundred children transition successfully to their homes and form attachments to their parents. That's why I knew Sharon would be an amazing guest.    In this interview we discuss: ✅Why kids with reactive attachment disorder need clear boundaries to feel safe and form relationships.  ✅Why kids who have experienced trauma appear independent, and why they must shift to being dependent on parents before they can reach healthy independence.  ✅Why permissive parenting approaches can cause anxiety for the whole family. ✅Why parent coaching is a non-negotiable when working with trauma, and how she supports parents through her “environment matrix” framework.    You can connect with Sharon on her website for The Attachment Place or on Facebook here. She runs a Facebook group called Quieting the Storm of Adoption Parents' Group. You can learn more about her framework for supporting families on her free training here, and can email her at sfuller@theattachmentplace.com.   In this episode, Sharon mentioned this study that showed that putting a fence around a playground can increase creative exploration in preschoolers.    In this episode, I mentioned my Executive Functions Implementation guide that shares how school therapists can lead their IEP teams in providing mental health, behavioral, and social skills support for K-12 kids. You can download this free resource here.    In this episode, I also mentioned the School of Clinical Leadership, my program that helps pediatric clinicians be better leaders, make a bigger impact with their services, and lead their teams in providing executive functioning support for kids at the K-12 level. You can learn more about how to become a member here.

In this episode, Rick interviews an advocate for adoption, childhood trauma, and true renaissance woman, Gina Human.Gina's first book, Love Never Quits: Surviving & Thriving After Infertility, Adoption, and Reactive Attachment Disorder, was released in 2019. This memoir follows the journey of one family to overcome a serious and frightening mental illness in their youngest son, who his foster mom neglected before his adoption from Guatemala. This episode is a MUST-LISTEN! 

Define the criteria for the diagnosis of Reactive Attachment Disorder and Disinhibited Social Engagement Disorder in the DSM 5 TR. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Intro 00:30 Reactive Attachment Disorder 12:30 Disinhibited Social Engagement Disorder 24:30 Differential diagnosis 33:33 Attachment Disorder Treatment Targets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hello and welcome to Rad Mom Radio - a podcast dedicated to moms and all their favorite topics. My name is Natalie and I'm your host.Welcome back to the podcast! This week our guest is Laura Hernandez of Mama Systems. Laura is a wife and a mom of 10 living in the Dallas, Texas area. Laura and her husband are the adoptive parents of three children. Several of Laura's children are diagnosed with disabilities including Fetal Alcohol Syndrome, Autism, and Intellectual Disability. Laura founded her business, Mama Systems, that supports moms by designing customized systems that bring peace and order to the home.You can find a wide range of resources for moms on Laura's website - www.mamasystems.net. You can also follow Laura on Instagram @mamasystems and check out her YouTube channel (Mama Systems). Check out the resources tab on Laura's website for her free self care guide for moms.Thank you for listening!

Healthy//Toxic Healthy versus Toxic is a podcast where licensed mental health professionals explore what makes a relationship healthy or unhealthy from a scientifically informed perspective. This show often centers around the topics of narcissism, narcissistic abuse, and the negative effects of being exposed to a narcissist in the workplace, family, or in a romantic relationship. Our hosts aim to provide a scientifically informed perspective on what factors go into making healthy relationships, how to build secure attachment, and how to be a better parent, child, partner, or friend.    Want more mental health content? Check out our other Podcasts: Mental Health // Demystified with Dr. Tracey Marks  True Crime Psychology and Personality Cluster B: A Look At Narcissism, Antisocial, Borderline, and Histrionic Disorders Here, Now, Together with Rou Reynolds   Links for Dr. Grande Dr. Grande on YouTube Produced by Ars Longa Media Learn more at arslonga.media. Produced by: Erin McCue Executive Producer: Patrick C. Beeman, MD Legal Stuff The information presented in this podcast is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only and is not professional advice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we talk to an expert on parenting adopted children. This podcast is not just for Dads who have been through adoption. Instead, we dive into topics that many Dads face, such as not being too hard on yourself, living your own best life for your family, and why you need to give yourself more grace. You should find value in this episode, no matter your life's path. Highlights of our conversation include: What happens when you don't immediately fall in love with your child? How to mentally adjust when your kids' actions change your plans. What is Reactive Attachment Disorder, and how can you minimize its impact on your parenting? Why it's important to give yourself more grace. The trick with the mindset that tomorrow is going to be different. (Not necessarily better, but different.) ------------------ Find more Dad Podcasts from A Dad's Path, a website for dads.

We are kicking off this month's theme on identity. In this episode, Amy J. Brown is talking about identity theft, not the kind that causes us to cancel our credit cards, but the type that causes us to forget who we are. Listen in as she asks some poignant questions and walks listeners through an excellent practice to help us remember where our identity comes from. October 4, 2022; Ep. 101Show Links:I Guess I Haven't Learned That Yet Shauna Niequist After Doubt: How to Question Your Faith Without Losing It Dr. A.J. Swoboda The Confessions St. Augustine The Good and Beautiful God   James Bryan Smith Episode 40: Take Heart: Guilt with Sara Show Takeaways: [3:07] Listen in as Amy shares a personal story of how she allowed the label “bad mom” to impact her parenting and the steps she took to remove that label.[5:07] Discover the main thing that defines you as a mom and child of God. [7:52] Learn the three things you can do today, to protect yourself from identity theft. If you enjoyed our podcast, please...Subscribe to our newsletter on the Take Heart WebsiteGet our free resource on finding Gratitude, Peace, and HopeReview and like us on Apple Podcasts Share us with others from wherever you listen to podcastsFollow us on Instagram @takeheartspecialmomsFind Amy at www.amyjbrown.com/  or on Instagram @amyjbrown_writerFind Carrie at www.carriemholt.com or on Instagram @carriemholtFind Sara at www.saraclime.com or on Instagram @saraclime

Dr. Chris is going by Gina Heumann, mom, professor, author, speaker, adoption & mental health advocate and founder of Trauma Drama University. Gina and her husband adopted their two sons from Guatemala.. her youngest was neglected by his foster mom, resulting in over a decade of chaos and frustration. Through her love of research, Gina tried and tested many therapies and treatments and finally found a path to healing. She is now the author of Love Never Quits: Surviving & Thriving after Infertility, Adoption, and Reactive Attachment Disorder (gold recipient of the prestigious Parent's Choice Award); and she presented a TEDx on how Childhood Trauma Affects us All. Here nonprofit Trauma Dram University was made with the vision to provide education support and resources to parents raising children who have suffered early life trauma. The online program provides resources to lean about triggers, connect with other parents, information on different therapy options, and monthly zoom calls with industry experts.Connect & learn more about Gina Heumann:Traumadramauniversity.com@love.never.quitsLove Never Quits: Surviving & Thriving after Infertility, Adoption, and Reactive Attachment Disorder

Dr. Nicole Beurkens is the world's leading holistic child psychologist. She has dedicated her 25-year career to providing parents with simple, effective, research-based strategies that get to the root of children's attention, anxiety, mood, and behavior challenges so they can reach their highest potential. She's built and runs a multi-disciplinary evaluation and treatment clinic, is a best-selling author, published researcher, award-winning therapist, in-demand speaker, international consultant, and experienced mom who is determined to show the world that with healthy foundations in place every child and family can thrive. We talk about...  How kid's brains and bodies are not compatible with the way the world is today The importance of bringing nervous system regulation into mental health treatment Why kiddos with diagnoses like Reactive Attachment Disorder and Oppositional Defiant Disorder tend to not get better over time How certain childhood diagnostic labels can create difficulties later in life Why so many more kiddos exhibit symptoms of ADD, ADHD, and Autism How diet and lifestyle changes allow medications to work better at a lower dose What you can do to improve your kiddo's mental health Dr. Nicole shares her concerns on how COVID impacted kid's and teen's mental health How parents can best support their kiddos who are scared of school shootings Why you need to know what your kids are doing on their technology Episode goodies...  Save 10% off your order of Kion coffee when you use code COURAGE at checkout. Like the show? Please leave me a review here. Even just one sentence helps! Post a screenshot of you listening on Instagram and tag me at courageously.u so I can send you a virtual hug.  COURAGEOUSLY.U SHOW NOTES: https://courageouslyu.com/dr-nicole-beurkens/   COURAGEOUSLY.U INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/courageously.u/  

Today's guest is special needs ministry leader from Brentwood Baptist Church in Tennessee, Tiffany McCullough. She discusses the joys and challenges of special needs ministry, the importance of eduating, equipping, and allowing all friends to find community, serve, and be a visible part of the body of Christ.June 14, 2022; Ep. 90Timestamps & Key Topics:0:00-    Intro2:04-    About Tiffany McCullough5:47-    Get Out of God's Way10:31-  Caring Beyond The Individual17:20-  Educating & Equipping24:22-  Start With The Need30:56-  Closing Prayer33:30-  OutroEpisode Links & Resources:Brentwood Church Special Needs MinistryIf you enjoyed our podcast, please...Get our free resource 7 Advocacy Practices & PitfallsGet our free resource on finding Gratitude, Peace, and HopeSubscribe to our newsletter on the Take Heart WebsiteReview and like us on Apple Podcasts Share us with others from wherever you listen to podcastsFollow us on Instagram @takeheartspecialmomsFind Amy at www.amyjbrown.com/  or on Instagram @amyjbrown_writerFind Carrie at www.carriemholt.com or on Instagram @carriemholtFind Sara at www.saraclime.com or on Instagram @saraclime

 Discouragement is a powerful tool the devil uses to block the light of hope from God. In today's collaborative, Sara, Amy, and Carrie talk about how the devil uses this sneaky tool in our lives, how to recognize it, the pitfalls, and some ways to turn toward encouragement.May 24, 2022; Ep. 87Timestamps & Key Topics:0:00-    Intro1:25-    Spiritual Warfare7:42-    Reoccuring Discouragement16:36-  Addressing Discouragement25:57-  Nourishing the Soul30:12-  Encouraging Others32:05-  Encouragement Challenge33:36-  Poem & ClosingEpisode Links & Resources:Scripture mentioned: John 8:12, Romans 8:28Disarm Discouragement! By Worthy DevotionsDon't Quit by Edgar A. GuestIf you enjoyed our podcast, please...Get our free resource 7 Advocacy Practices & PitfallsGet our free resource on finding Gratitude, Peace, and HopeSubscribe to our newsletter on the Take Heart WebsiteReview and like us on Apple Podcasts Share us with others from wherever you listen to podcastsFollow us on Instagram @takeheartspecialmomsFind Amy at www.amyjbrown.com/  or on Instagram @amyjbrown_writerFind Carrie at www.carriemholt.com or on Instagram @carriemholtFind Sara at www.saraclime.com or on Instagram @saraclime

About This Episode: Allison Kenny brought me HOME to myself and gave me the therapy session I didn't know I needed! Wow. You've got to take a listen to this amazing mom and life coach, who, in raising her own neurodivergent child, had to re-wire her brain for different outcomes in motherhood than the way she grew up. You'll want a notepad handy to jot down some really amazing, stick-with-you-for-days takeaways. Here are just a few of the topics we discussed:-The false narrative of what raising kids in our society looks like-Moms' suffering mental health due to putting ourselves last-The foster-to-adopt system and how it created a false illusion of preparedness-"Survival wiring" - perfectionism and hustle -Reactive Attachment Disorder-"Shift Parenting" - What is it?-The trauma and PTSD that comes with the tough moments of motherhoodYou can find Allison on IG @allisonkenny_coach and on FB @ Allison Kenny. Please shower Allison with love and support by SHARING this episode with a mom who needs to hear her story!MORE:-For bonus episodes, monthly printables, Zoom hangouts, on-air shouts, and more (including the change to submit your family picture as the podcast cover art!) head to patreon.com/ontheharddays and sponsor the show.-Want to be a part of my support group community, Mothers Together? Head over to ontheharddays.com/motherstogether to sign up. Our next group starts on June 1st!-Subscribe to On The Hard Days via Apple, Spotify, or however you get your podcasts.  *Please leave a review*  to spread the word to other moms around the world!

When you feel discouraged, it's easy to believe that God doesn't care. In this episode, Sara encourages us to invite God into our spaces of discouragement, and how to adjust our posture to receive God's care. You don't have to look at the world as though your glass is half-full or half-empty because God restores our glasses when they shatter and refills them when they're empty.May 17, 2022; Ep. 86Timestamps & Key Topics:0:01-    Intro1:28-    God in the Spaces4:06-    Facing Discouragement8:30-    Turning Your Face11:47-  A Refillable Glass13:17-  OutroEpisode Links & Resources:No Wonder We Need by Deborah AnnIf you enjoyed our podcast, please...Get our free resource 7 Advocacy Practices & PitfallsGet our free resource on finding Gratitude, Peace, and HopeSubscribe to our newsletter on the Take Heart WebsiteReview and like us on Apple Podcasts Share us with others from wherever you listen to podcastsFollow us on Instagram @takeheartspecialmomsFind Amy at www.amyjbrown.com/  or on Instagram @amyjbrown_writerFind Carrie at www.carriemholt.com or on Instagram @carriemholtFind Sara at www.saraclime.com or on Instagram @saraclime

As special needs parents, we have a deep-seated fear that we are messing up our kids. It's important to remember to trust God to give us what we need., to nurture the soil of our children's hearts, and love each one in their own unique way. In this episode, Sara, Amy, and Carrie discuss how to help your children feel heard, things they might have changed in their parenting journey, and how to celebrate the uniqueness of your family. April 26, 2022; Ep. 83Timestamps & Key Topics:0:00-    Intro1:36-    Fear of Messing Up5:04-    Nurture the Soil10:02-  Life's Not Fair14:05-  What Would You Change26:30-  Younger Self34:33-  Closing PrayerEpisode Links & Resources:The Big Six by Adam Young (Scroll down to choose title; will need to put in e-mail)Episode 47: Interview With Sandra PeoplesSharing Love Abundantly in Special Needs Families: The Five Love Languages For Parents Raising Children with DisabilitiesIf you enjoyed our podcast, please...Get our free resource 7 Advocacy Practices & PitfallsGet our free resource on finding Gratitude, Peace, and HopeSubscribe to our newsletter on the Take Heart WebsiteReview and like us on Apple Podcasts Share us with others from wherever you listen to podcastsFollow us on Instagram @takeheartspecialmomsFind Amy at www.amyjbrown.com/  or on Instagram @amyjbrown_writerFind Carrie at www.carriemholt.com or on Instagram @carriemholtFind Sara at www.saraclime.com or on Instagram @saraclime