When Grown-Ups Hurt Inside

A Kids Guide to Understanding PTSD

De: M F PULLER

Narrado por: Virtual Voice

When Grown-Ups Hurt Inside: A Kid’s Guide to Understanding PTSD is a heartfelt and supportive resource created to help children understand what happens when a parent, guardian, or loved one lives with post-traumatic stress disorder. PTSD can feel invisible yet overwhelming, and for kids, the changes it causes in the adults they love can be confusing, frightening, and difficult to talk about. This book was written to shine a gentle light on those struggles, offering clear explanations, relatable guidance, and a reassuring voice that tells children they are never alone in this journey.

In language that is simple, warm, and compassionate, this guide explains what PTSD means and how it can affect emotions, behaviors, and family life. It emphasizes that children are not to blame for an adult’s pain, and it reassures them that love is still present, even during moments when a grown-up feels distant or overwhelmed. Every page is designed to bring comfort and clarity, giving kids tools to understand what is happening around them and strategies for staying grounded and hopeful.

This book goes far beyond definitions. It shows children how PTSD can make loud noises, surprises, or certain memories feel overwhelming to adults. It talks about why moods may shift suddenly, why calm days sometimes turn stormy, and why moments of distance are not signs of a loss of love. By putting these experiences into words that kids can understand, it helps them replace fear and confusion with understanding and compassion.

Most importantly, When Grown-Ups Hurt Inside equips children with coping skills they can use in their everyday lives. Young readers will learn that it is healthy to talk about feelings, that it is safe to ask questions, and that seeking help is never something to be ashamed of. They will discover ways to find comfort when life feels heavy, identify safe people and safe places when they need support, and remember affirmations and words of strength they can carry with them wherever they go.

Inside this book, children will discover:
• Simple, age-appropriate explanations of PTSD written to ease worry and confusion
• Reassurance that they are never at fault for an adult’s struggles or behaviors
• Tools to cope with stress, fear, and worry when life feels unpredictable
• Encouragement to find safe people and safe spaces for comfort and guidance
• Gentle reminders of love, resilience, and hope that children can hold close every day

This is more than a guidebook—it is a trusted companion for children navigating the challenges of living with PTSD in the family. It is filled with truth, kindness, and hope, creating a bridge of understanding between kids and the adults they care about. Whether a child is dealing with a parent who served in the military, a loved one who has survived trauma, or a family member coping with difficult memories, this book reminds them that healing is possible and that brighter days can be ahead.

Perfect for families, schools, counselors, and community support groups, When Grown-Ups Hurt Inside provides language and lessons that can spark important conversations, reduce shame, and build resilience. It reminds children that they are not alone, that many other families walk a similar path, and that even in the midst of struggle, love and hope remain.

If you are searching for a way to help children understand PTSD with compassion and clarity, this book will provide the words and wisdom they need. Thoughtful, empowering, and deeply comforting, it is a much-needed resource that will bring healing and light to kids everywhere.