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In this heartfelt and candid clip, Annie shares her struggles and insights as a parent raising children who have experienced severe trauma. She discusses the challenges of balancing accountability and compassion, acknowledging the difficulty in holding children accountable when their brain function may not allow them to fully control their actions. Annie reflects on the societal expectations placed on her children, who appear "fine" externally but require significant support to manage their behavior.
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By Annie Willems5
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In this heartfelt and candid clip, Annie shares her struggles and insights as a parent raising children who have experienced severe trauma. She discusses the challenges of balancing accountability and compassion, acknowledging the difficulty in holding children accountable when their brain function may not allow them to fully control their actions. Annie reflects on the societal expectations placed on her children, who appear "fine" externally but require significant support to manage their behavior.
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