Adult SKs with Disabilities 2
I posted awhile ago about this, but it's something I was thinking about today. I think that disabilities magnify the challenges SKs of any age face. I also think that SKs of all ages, including those 18+, with disabilities may need a little more reassurance, checking up on, cheerleading, and praise from their parents, and emotional support from them. And when I say praise from the parent(s), I mean, "Hey SS or SD, you've been doing a really good job at handling this situation. I love you very much and am very proud of you." I don’t mean “Hey SS or SD, thanks for being nice to SM.”
And I think that if the SK in question tries to turn this into an opportunity to bash SP, the parent needs to redirect them by lovingly and firmly letting them know that this is an opportunity to discuss any difficulties they are having in adapting to the situation, and/or problems they are having with someone they need help working out. They can do those things and have constructive discussions with their parents about issues they’re having with the situation/people involved in it without it turning into a bashfest of anyone.
What do you think?
I think that sounds mature,
I think that sounds mature, constructive, supportive, & in everyone's best interest.
Thank you
Thank you