Author Talk with Deb Mueller
Local Mequon mom and author, Deb Mueller, will be doing an Author Talk and book signing at the Cedarburg Public Library for her new book, "Love Hard." The powerful memoir chronicles a mother's resilient journey through the roller coaster of loving and parenting a child with mental health issues.
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“For years, as a mom, I felt isolated, exhausted and overwhelmed,” explains Mueller. “So, I wrote this book for all the parents who are struggling to cope with raising a child with mental health issues. I really wanted this book to give them hope.”
Her book comes at a time when child and teen mental health issues have been on the rise, a problem exacerbated by the pandemic. According to the CDC, in the last 10 years, children’s feeling of persistent sadness and hopelessness, as well as suicidal thoughts and behaviors have increased more than 40%. While a 2023 poll done by the National Institute of Mental Illness (NAMI), reports 44% of high school students reported feeling signs of depression within the last year and 25% of teens have been diagnosed with a mental health condition.
“Over the past 3 years, I just kept running into other moms who were struggling with their kids’ mental health,” notes Mueller. “And when I would share my own story with them, it was like a weight was lifted off their shoulders. They suddenly felt like they weren’t alone, and that they weren’t bad parents. That’s when I knew I had to write this book.”
In "Love Hard," Mueller not only shares personal stories of her tribulations and triumphs but provides invaluable insights, resources, and a sense of community to mothers in need. And ultimately, she hopes her inspiring story serves as a reminder that love, resilience, and determination can navigate even the most arduous of journeys.
“This book is really a love story,” notes Mueller, “It’s also the book I wish was available when I was a young mom struggling. If it helps even one parent, it’ll be worth it.”
In her talk, Mueller will share her experiences writing the book, lessons she learned in her decade-long fight to support and uplift her daughter, as well as a Q&A where she will be joined by her daughter Mia. An author signing will follow immediately after.
Link to Book in Monarch Catalog
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Author Talk with Deb Mueller
Local Mequon mom and author, Deb Mueller, will be doing an Author Talk and book signing at the Cedarburg Public Library for her new book, "Love Hard." The powerful memoir chronicles a mother's resilient journey through the roller coaster of loving and parenting a child with mental health issues..