| Edition |
First edition |
| Phys Descr |
xii, 256 pages ; 21 cm |
| Note |
BPL: Norman Minsky Fund. |
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Includes bibliographical references (pages 235-242) and index |
| Contents |
What we expect when we're expecting: Letting go of the ideal child -- The denial phase: "Not my child!" -- Anger and blame -- Bargaining and seeking solutions: "I promise to be the best mommy in the world" -- The depression trap -- Active acceptance: Joyful and purposeful living |
| Summary |
As diagnosis rates continue to rise for autism, ADHD, learning disabilities, and other developmental differences, parents face a maze of medical, psychological, and educational choices -- and a great deal of emotional stress. Many books address children's learning or behavior problems and advise parents what they can do to help their kids. This one instead explains what the parents are going through, as well as how they can cope with their own emotional upheaval -- for their own sake, and for the wellbeing of the whole family |
| Subject |
Parents of exceptional children -- Attitudes
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Parents of children with disabilities -- Attitudes
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Exceptional children
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Children with disabilities -- Care -- Psychological aspects
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Parenting -- Psychological aspects
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Stress (Psychology) -- Prevention
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| OCLC # |
900867494 |
| ISBN # |
9780399171765 |
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0399171762 |
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