Finding Cooper's Voice by Kate Swenson

Finding Cooper's Voice by Kate Swenson

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Finding Cooper's Voice by Kate Swenson
Finding Cooper's Voice by Kate Swenson
Do we Ever Get 'Over' it?

Do we Ever Get 'Over' it?

When anger returns.

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Kate Swenson
Aug 18, 2023
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Do we Ever Get 'Over' it?
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When my son Cooper was diagnosed with autism, I dove headfirst into helping him. Of course, I felt all the typical feelings.

Worry. Fear. Sadness. Anger. Even jealousy.

But I also felt motivated in a way. I was determined to help him ‘catch up.’ I was motivated to find something that worked.

I convinced myself that he would be fine by kindergarten.

And …

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