Denise shares her journey from education to advocacy, discussing challenges in special education, the significance of active listening, and the impact of labeling. The conversation covers mental health, the role of medication, and the importance of addressing children's behaviors and...

The episode begins with health updates, delving into pre-surgery mental health and current treatments. It addresses surgery complications and concerns, followed by a discussion on podcast technical and scheduling challenges. The conversation then shifts to tackling mental health stigma. The...

Cathy Belargin joins to discuss the complexities of achieving work-life balance, especially for caregivers of disabled individuals. Topics include prioritizing tasks, balancing work and childcare, recognizing burnout, and the importance of respite care and mental health support.