Last night one of the straps came off of the brace and I had to wake up my husband so he could fix it. I really have to learn not to panic when this kind of thing happens because I know it makes it harder for my son. I don't know what I would do without my husband. It was hard to sleep after the brace problem because I was worried that the strap wouldn't hold, but it did.
It is a very good observation that your anxiety level can make the situation worse. It may help to try to ask yourself the question "really, what's the worst thing if the straps don't hold tonight?" In the morning we fix them. Also, "what is my worrying accomplishing right now?" When you've asked those questions move to deep breathing and relaxation.
