I AM Not Bad, I Have DMDD: A Guide for Kids and Families - Paperback

"Am I bad?"

It's a painful question many children with DMDD silently ask themselves every day.

In I Am Not Bad, I Have DMDD, readers meet DJ - a bright and caring 12-year-old who struggles with intense emotions, explosive outbursts, frustration, and feeling misunderstood. At school, at home, and even inside his own mind, DJ often feels like his emotions become too big to control.

But with support from trusted adults, coping skills, counseling, and understanding, DJ begins learning something life-changing:

He is not bad.

He is struggling with big emotions - and he deserves support, compassion, and tools that can help.

Written by Wyvonne Williams, LCPC, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and mother of a special needs child, this emotionally powerful and educational children's book helps young readers better understand Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD) in a safe, relatable, and age-appropriate way.

Through DJ's story, children will learn:

✔ emotions are valid

✔ coping skills can help

✔ asking for support is okay

✔ mental health struggles do not define who they are

✔ they are not alone

Perfect for:

✔ children ages 6-12

✔ parents and caregivers

✔ therapists and counselors

✔ teachers and school counselors

✔ SEL and mental health discussions

This book also includes built-in:

✔ Parent Guide

✔ Teacher Guide

✔ Clinical Guide

✔ Reflection Questions

✔ Coping Skills for Emotional Regulation

Part of the I Am Not Bad series - compassionate mental health books created to help children feel understood, supported, and empowered.