Publications on Mental Health Topics
Divorce and the Special Needs Child: A Guide for Parents, by Margaret Pegi Price.
“Going through a divorce is always tough, but when a child with special needs is involved it can be especially challenging. This book takes a clear and comprehensive look at every aspect of the legal divorce process, and addresses all of the legal issues that divorcing parents of children with special needs face. The author guides parents through the initial hurdles of choosing the right lawyer for their case, and explains exactly how to work with them to achieve the best possible outcome for all concerned. From agreeing upon child custody arrangements that meet the particular needs of the child, to making provision for child support payments, gathering together the documentation needed to prove a case, and dealing with financial issues such as debts and property distribution, no aspect of divorce is left uncovered. A set of checklists is included to ensure that parents consider everything they need to, and the book concludes with a useful list of further resources. Written by an experienced family lawyer who went through her own divorce when her son, who has autism, was six, this book offers much-needed guidance to divorcing parents of children with a variety of special needs. ”
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) Misunderstood Minds, by Mel Levine.
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 ”
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. ”
(Video) Learning Disabilities and Social Skills-last one picked, first one..., by Richard Lavoie.
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. ”
Military Children, Deployment and Behavioral Health Care, by Health Net - TRICARE.
“There are more than 1.2 million U.S. military children between the ages of zero and 23 years old. Their lives are filled with the inherent danger of military operations, frequent moves, intermittent separation, the threat of a terrorist attack, and dramatic and graphic television coverage of military conflict. Children of active duty service members are potentially at a higher risk to develop behavioral health conditions common among children in the general population. ”
When Parents Divorce, by Mary Garner Ganske , www.parenting.com.
“Explaining divorce to a child is incredibly difficult. Ease the blow with these tips. While it's just about impossible to put a positive spin on such a negative event, there's a lot parents can do to ease the difficult transition from intact family to divided one. Target your initial broaching of the topic to your child's age (if you have kids of widely differing ages, you might consider talking to each of them separately). And then be prepared to have your child come back with more questions as the years pass and she comes to understand the situation more fully. Some guidelines for talking to kids of various ages when a marriage splits apart. ”
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. ”
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