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  • Cancel My Ticket to Heaven

    Ever since Rett syndrome entered our lives, I have noticed something that I never saw before. I see disability everywhere now – in stories online, in support groups, in comments from strangers who think they are offering comfort. And one… Continue reading

    Cancel My Ticket to Heaven
  • Facing Reality: Understanding Denial Among Rett Syndrome Families

    Denial is a psychological defense mechanism where a person refuses to accept reality or facts, often because they are too painful or difficult to handle. This mechanism can protect the individual from anxiety or stress temporarily, but it can also… Continue reading

    Facing Reality: Understanding Denial Among Rett Syndrome Families
  • Chapter 6: The Clinical Trial Journey Begins

    The crisp Canadian air filled Andree’s lungs as she stepped off the plane in Toronto. Beside her, Adeline squirmed in her adapted stroller, her wide eyes taking in the unfamiliar surroundings. The whole preparation for the trip had been exhausting,… Continue reading

    Chapter 6: The Clinical Trial Journey Begins
  • Chapter 5: The Long Road to Clinical Trials

    The path to enrolling their daughters in the gene therapy clinical trials was fraught with obstacles. Andree, Rana, and Maria faced a daunting array of paperwork, medical evaluations, and logistical challenges. Each step forward seemed to be met with a… Continue reading

    Chapter 5: The Long Road to Clinical Trials