Ep 122: Something's Really Wrong Here: What Social Workers Should Know About Families with Adult Children With Mental Illness

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Dr. Judith R. Smith, LCSW is author of the new book, Difficult: Mothering Challenging Adult Children Through Conflict and Change. We chat with her about her research and the impact of having a “difficult adult child” on aging mothers and explore how social workers can best support these parents in navigating both the emotional and practical challenges they face.

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Dr. Smith’s Book, “Difficult: Mothering"


Posted Oct 22, 2024

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