Picture this: you’re a mom with a disabled child, and you want to join a parenting group for support. You find a group for disabled parents, but there’s a catch – it’s not for parents of disabled children, but for parents who have disabilities themselves. Conflict ensues when this mom tries to join the group, but is met with resistance. Let’s dive into this dramatic story of support groups, safe spaces, and a clash of expectations.
The Group’s Purpose
Support Network Goals
A Newcomer Arrives ♀️
Sweet Boy, Disinterested Mom
The Big Reveal
Not Quite Relevant
Offended and Upset
Clarifying the Group’s Purpose ️
Safe Space Intrusion ⛔
The Big Question
The Great Support Group Debate
So, here’s the dilemma: a mom with a disabled child tries to join a support group for disabled parents, but she herself is not disabled. The group members, trying to maintain their safe space, tell her she can’t join. The mom leaves, offended and upset, accusing the group of hypocrisy. But is she right? Or is the group justified in protecting their safe space? Let’s see what the internet has to say about this controversial situation…
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Clear group description would avoid confusion and future issues. NTA.
Understanding and empathy for a misunderstood situation.
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Group excludes non-disabled mom, commenters support decision. #NTA
NTA comment suggests creating a group for disabled kids too.
