On learning of their child's impairment, parents often experience stages of grief, resentment and guilt. In spite of these difficult feelings, many parents report that:

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Despite the initial stages of grief, resentment, and guilt, many parents of children with impairments report that their children have had an overall positive impact on their families and they feel hopeful for their child's future. This is supported by research on the experiences of families with children with special needs. Option A may or may not be true depending on the specific circumstances of the child's impairment, while option C is not supported by research findings. Option D may also be true for some parents, but it is not a universally experienced outcome.

On Learning of Their Child's Impairment, Parents Often Experience Stages