Publications on Mental Health Topics

(Video) Misunderstood Minds, by Mel Levine.

How Supportive Parenting Protects the Brain, by Olga Khazan, The Atlantic .

“The other day, a mother of a 15-month-old walked into Andrew Garner’s office, oozing frustration. “Is it normal for them to never sit still?” she asked. Garner, a pediatrician in Westlake, Ohio, leapt on the remark as a teachable moment. “He doesn’t sit still?!” he said, “That’s a compliment to you! You want him to do that.” At 15 months, he explained, children are itching to explore, and then toddle back, and then wander off again. It’s a sign the baby is developing apace. The goal is to make the woman feel confident in her mothering abilities. If he builds up her self-esteem, Garner hopes, she’ll be more invested and engaged as a mom, and the child will grow up smarter and healthier as a result. Garner bases this chain of events on a spate of recent studies that have shown that supportive parents breed better-off children. ”

Reflections from a different journey: What adults with disabilities want all parents to know, by Klein, S.D., & Kemp, J.D. .

“Most parents of children with disabilities lack personal experience with adults with disabilities. Hearing from people who have lived the disability experience can provide all parents with essential information about the possibilities for their children. Reflections from a Different Journey includes forty inspiring and realistic essays written by successful adult role models who share what it is like to have grown up with a disability ”

(Video) Learning Disabilities and Social Skills-last one picked, first one..., by Richard Lavoie.

More than a mom: Living a full and balanced life when your child has special needs, by Baskin, A., & Fawcett. H. .

“More than a Mom explores how women can lead rich, fulfilling personal lives while parenting a child with special needs. The authors’ skillful blend of research, personal experiences, and survey feedback from over 500 mothers across North America results in a book that is jam-packed with practical strategies, advice, and reassurance for mothers trying to create more manageable and fulfilling lives ”

Don’t Stop the Music, by Robert Perske.

“Joe and Jessica, two teenagers with cerebral palsy, cannot speak and sometimes have difficulty connecting with the world around them — but that doesn’t stop them from delving into solving a car-theft case and eventually becoming key elements in cracking it. Written with warmth and humor, this fast-paced thriller is a refreshing portrayal of people with disabilities having a positive impact on their community. ”

How to Avoid Passing Anxiety on to Your Kids, by Brigit Katz, Child Mind Institute.

“Help yourself, and them, by learning techniques to manage stress in a healthy way. ”

Older Adults and Depression, National Institute of Mental Health.

“Depression is a common problem among older adults, but it is not a normal part of aging. It may be overlooked because for some older adults who have depression, sadness is not their main symptom. They may have other, less obvious symptoms of depression or they may not be willing to talk about their feelings. Therefore, doctors may be less likely to recognize that their patient has depression. ”

The Storm in My Brain, by Child Bipolar Association.