Re: need advice for a teenager
Juanita,
wow for once I actually know something about a post. Since my mom was diagnosed when i was 9 and became stage IV when i was 13 i went through all of high school living with her2.
Things that could be helpful:
High School Psychologist-usually high schools have one. probably in or near the nurses office. I know there's a lot of stigma around seeing psychologists but it's one place where you can unload stress.
Letting teachers know through guidance counsellor/school nurse/psychologist- this way if her mother is going through a tough time and she has a midterm she can be given some leniency.
activities/hobbies/sports/faith- even though it's an out of the norm situation, maintaining some normalcy and having things to look forward to is a good thing.
and finally, i don't know if it was just me but i felt that in high school everything was about fitting in and having a sick parent made me felt even more like i stuck out so maybe some reasurrance that she is loved and accepted and that things will get better.
hope that helps,
Sue
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Hi i'm Sue. I've been part of the her2support family since 08'. My amazing mother Hong was her 2 stage IV 9 years and bravely earned her wings, I still love this board and continue to her fight. Plz reach out if you want to connect:)
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