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When Heather Korbmacher's 10-year-old son began having extreme emotional responses to otherwise normal situations, she began to wonder what was happening to her child. When these responses erupted into violent rages, severe panic attacks, debilitating anxiety and phobias, an inability to eat, and a rigid need for everything to be just right, this mother knew something was profoundly wrong. In this true story, one mother shares her journey to find healing for her son and her family. She unpacks the terrifying heartache of suddenly losing the son she once knew, the fierce battle that a parent endures to save a child, and the peace of finding health and a new normal. You will be moved by the courage of Heather's determination to find answers, save her son, and take back control of her life. You will find hope and guidance as you read this account of one family's quest for healing. You will be inspired to fight your own battles, knock down barriers, and ultimately find your own peace. Heather Korbmacher is a dedicated mother and fierce advocate for families living with PANDAS/PANS/AE. She resides in Bellingham, WA with her loving husband and two tenacious children. Connect with her at CourageousParent.com A portion of the proceeds will go to support PANDAS Network, dedicated to improving diagnosis and treatment of children with PANDAS/PANS/AE.

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Heather's story is a must read for parents, teachers, and clinicians. As both an educator and a parent of a child affected with PANDAS, Heather has a uniquely personal and insightful perspective that can guide others through their own experiences with this illness. She shares, not only coping strategies and tips on navigating this debilitating illness, but also the transformation that she and her entire family underwent on this journey of healing and recovery. Dr. Hatha Gbedawo, Clinical Director, Founder Vital Kids Medicine PLLC Heather Korbmacher shares her family's raw story about saving their son from the debilitating symptoms associated with PANDAS. Full of tips and resources, this is a must-read for anyone focused on healing their child from this challenging illness. Dr. Sandy Gluckman, PhD, Author of Parents Take Charge, Founder of Parenting That Heals

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Heather Korbmacher, an Author, Educator, Speaker, Coach, and Advocate, earned a Master's degree in Exceptional Children, is a National Board Certified Teacher, and founder of Courageous Educational Services, LLC. She is a certified Right Response instructor, Life Space Crisis Intervention senior instructor, and a WA ReEDucation instructor with over 20 years of experience working with children with challenging behaviors. Heather utilizes her practical skills, training, and expertise to raise awareness about PANDAS/PANS/AE and to empower parents and professionals alike to support the children they care for. Heather's advocacy for families living with this illness includes being a member of the PANDAS Network Board of Directors where she works tirelessly to further research, raise awareness, and save the lives of children like her son. Her goal is to be a part of change that will remove the stigma around mental illness, break down barriers to appropriate treatment, and bridge the divide between medicine and psychiatry. She resides in Bellingham, WA with her loving husband and two tenacious children.

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