You need to be taught how to survive in this strange, cruel wilderness of family problems, in this eerie jungle of confusion and frustration. The name emphasizes the balance we diligently seek to maintain, and the initials are the abbreviation for power. We have found the companions we get to be with in this group to be wonderful reinforcements deluxe. The participants say that it is one of the best allies a parent could have. In this chapter, I'll tell you how a group like ours functions, and I'll briefly outline how one can be started in your community.
Companionship ranks highest in support received.
I asked several abused parents what had helped them more than anything else. I thought the parents in our parent support group would list God as their greatest tower of strength, since ours is a Christian counseling center, but they didn't. Each person listed the support group. It was unanimous. I finally feel understood.