Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge

Raising children is a challenging job, to say the least. On a daily basis, parents face the arduous tasks of being protectors, nourishers, comforters, teachers, guides, companions, and advocates for their children.  Since life does not stand still, stress can often seem like a familiar part of the everyday routine. Sometimes, it’s hard to see the difference between good parenting and bad parenting because each child is different.

Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge

For parents of special needs children, one of the biggest concerns is feeling alone and of course, worrying about your child. “Special needs” can be defined in a variety of ways. The term can refer to a variety of issues and concerns from an intellectual disability, ADHD, Autism, an executive functioning disorder, or being gifted. Many parents of special needs children find themselves isolated, looking for others who understand the situation.