Tag Archives: support groups

Tips for Finding a Support Group

Sometimes when you are a single parent, you might feel lonely and alone. You might feel as if there is nobody you can talk to who understands, or shares your same unique challenges. Its hard being the only parent and your adult social time might be lacking. Joining a support group that is unique to single parents might be just the thing you are looking for. The purpose of a support group is to help people in similar situations share their concerns with others and to learn more about solving problems. For single parents this can mean a place to … Continue reading →

Different Types Of Adoptive Parent Support Groups.

There are several types of adoptive parent support groups. When considering joining or starting a support group you may want to consider the type of group you want or need. It can be helpful to look at different types of parent groups and learn about their mission and function. Adoptive parents groups organize because of shared concerns for children and families, but their focus can vary widely. Over time many adoptive parent support groups evolve and change in order to meet the needs of the leadership and members. Some groups remain the same type of group and offer the same … Continue reading →

Recovery from a Breakdown (7)

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In our continuing series on recovering from a breakdown, we will look at the many benefits of helping others while trying to recover. Feel like you can’t help yourself, let alone help others? That’s a common comment among recoverers. But not only is it possible, it will help you to recover more quickly. Read on! When a person has a breakdown it may manifest in many ways. There may be moderate or severe depression, crippling anxiety, the hallucinations and voices that are the hallmark of schizophrenia, the routines and rituals of OCD. Whatever the form of the breakdown, we are … Continue reading →