Something Happened to Our Mom: A Story about Parental Addiction

Something Happened to Our Mom: A Story about Parental Addiction - Hardcover

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Something Happened to Our Mom: A Story about Parental Addiction

Something Happened to Our Mom: A Story about Parental Addiction - Hardcover

by Ann Hazzard , Marianne Celano , Marietta Collins
$18.99
Sale price  $18.99 Regular price 

Book Overview

Can a family heal after addiction touches their lives? In this heartfelt story, two siblings begin to understand what happened to their mom--and how love and support can help them move forward.

Something Happened to Our Mom is a compassionate picture book that gently introduces children to the topic of parental addiction. When Claire and Emmett notice changes in their mom after a car accident, they feel confused and scared. But with honesty, support, and time, they begin to understand what addiction means--and that they are not alone.

Key Features:

  • Helps children understand addiction in age-appropriate, emotionally safe ways
  • Encourages empathy, emotional awareness, and open family conversations
  • Perfect for ages 5-9--ideal for family reading, classrooms, therapy, and support groups
  • Created by Magination Press, the children's imprint of the American Psychological Association--trusted experts in children's emotional development
ISBN9781433847547
Author Ann Hazzard , Marianne Celano , Marietta Collins
PublisherMagination Press -- American Psychological As
GenreChildren and Family
FormatHardcover
PublishedOctober 2025
LanguageENG- English
Pages32
Weight1.0 lb
Target AudienceKids
Print SizeStandard Print

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About Ann Hazzard

Ann Hazzard, PhD, ABPP, is a co-author of Something Happened in Our Town and Something Happened in Our Park. As a psychologist, she has utilized therapeutic stories in treatment with children and teens. As a community advocate, she has focused on children's behavioral health and social justice.

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