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Failed by the System : An Adopted Special-Needs Family Caught Between Trauma, Bureaucracy, and Unbreakable Love - Pixie McLeod

Failed by the System

An Adopted Special-Needs Family Caught Between Trauma, Bureaucracy, and Unbreakable Love

By: Pixie McLeod

Paperback | 30 May 2026

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Failed By The System (A Special Needs Family) is a deeply moving memoir that chronicles the journey of a family navigating the complexities of adoption, disability, and chronic illness. Through vivid storytelling, the author shares the joys and heartbreaks of raising two sons, one with special needs and another battling chronic fatigue syndrome, while confronting institutional failures and societal misunderstanding. The book also captures moments of laughter, loss, and hope, filled with resilience, compassion, and unwavering love. It reveals the emotional toll of fighting for support, the pain of feeling unheard, and the strength found in community and family bonds. The author invites readers into a world where perseverance triumphs over adversity, and where courage and determination meet every setback. This memoir is a testament to the power of empathy, the importance of advocacy, and the enduring spirit of a family who refused to be defeated by the system.

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