The parent stories shared in this book are based on detailed conversations 

and/or correspondence with the parents who were interviewed for this new 

edition of Parenting Through the Stormor the original Canadian edition. In 

all cases, permission was obtained to quote these parents and to share their 

families’ experiences. In some, identifying details were changed to protect 

the privacy of the individuals involved. In other cases, pseudonyms were 

provided at the family’s request. I have edited and paraphrased some comments in the interest of clarity, while still honoring the spirit and intention 

of the original comments.

This book is designed to provide you with general information about 

child and youth mental health so that you can be a  better- informed health 

consumer and parent. It does not contain medical advice. This book is not 

intended to provide a complete or exhaustive treatment of this subject; 

nor is it a substitute for advice from the appropriate mental health care 

practitioners, who know you and your child best. Seek medical attention 

promptly for any specific medical or psychological condition or problem 

that your child may be experiencing. Do not take any medication without obtaining medical advice. All efforts were made to ensure the accuracy 

of the information contained in this publication as of the date of writing. 

The author and the publisher expressly disclaim any responsibility for any 

adverse effects arising from the use or application of the information contained herein. While the parties believe that the contents of this publication are accurate, a licensed medical practitioner should be consulted in 

the event that medical advice is desired. The information contained in this 

book does not constitute a recommendation or endorsement with respect 

to any company or product.