<< Do any of you have any tips on how you've helped children cope with having
a
parent with TM? When my husband is having a bad day, our 8-year-old doesn't
want to go to school and can't concentrate on anything. Our 4-year-old gets
really angry when his dad is sick.
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My kids were 8 & 12 when my TM attack struck. My son, the 12 year old did
not handle well either, very angry and such. My husband needed to sit him
down and reassure him that I was going to be OK. We also have a close friend
at church who he could talk to. Your kids are probably just scared because
something frightening is happening to one of the most important people in
their lives. My suggestion would be to find someone for them to talk to,
grandparent, pastor, counciler or etc., and discuss some of their fears with
them.
Hope that help some,
Beth Shears