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The following items are available at our lending library...
Cara - Growing with a Retarded Child
Martha Moraghan Jablow
A mother's account of her daughter's development from birth to age 7. Cara who has DS was reading by age 5 and benefited from programs
Catch 'em Being Good
Robert F. Biggers
Assists parents and educators in maintaining an effective approach to discipline that is both assertive and affirmative.
Differences in Common
Marilyn Trainer
A collection of essays about the challenges, hopes, and fears of family life with a Down syndrome child.
The Disabled Child and the Family
Edited by Maxwell Schleifer and Stanley Klein
A compilation of important articles from the Exceptional Parent Magazine
Don't Stop the Music
Robert Perske
Two teens with Cerebral Palsy become key elements in cracking an auto-theft ring.
Effectiveness Training for Women
Linda Adams
Deals with women's rights in a down-to-earth way. (1979)
The Fathers Program
D. Meyer, P. Vadasy, R. Fewell, G. Schell
A guide for setting up a father support network
From the Heart: On Being the Mother of a Child with Special Needs
Jayne DB Marsh
Narratives from nine mothers based on their parent support group process. Their children have a variety of special needs.
Getting Organized
Stephanie Winston
Helps reader discover their own pattern and develop a system of organization.
Homecoming for Babies After the Intensive Care Nursery
M Hanson, K VandenBerg
Provides specialized information to help parents in their child's early development.
Hope for the Families
Robert Perske
Looks at changing world views, theology, human dignity, sexual development, family systems, and opportunities open to disabled persons.
How to be an Assertive (not aggressive) Woman
Jean Baer
In-depth book on female assertiveness training.
How to Get Services by Being Assertive
Charlotte Des Jardins
Helps parents get services for their children through assertive techniques.
New Directions - for parents of persons who are retarded
Robert Perske
A book for parents who are trying to make a rich experience out of a tough human situation.
No Time for Jell-O
Berneen Bratt
One families experiences with the Doman-Delacato patterning program.
Parents Speak Out
Ann P. & H. Rutherford Turnbull
A book about parents of handicapped children who are also professionals who deal with other handicapped children.
Rebuilding Your Dream
Rhonda Krahl
Helps parents discover the unique joy they can have with a special child.
Reducing Stress in Mothers of Children with Special Needs
M. Kirkham, K. Norelius, N. Meltzer, R. Schilling, S. Schinkle
Training manual which teaches mothers of children with special needs how to reduce stress.
Retarded Isn't Stupid, Mom!
Sandra Kaufman
The story of a mentally handicapped young lady and her struggle for independence.
Strategies
Craig V. Shields
A practical guide for dealing with professionals and human service systems.
Uncommon Fathers: Reflections on Raising a Child with a Disability
Donald J. Meyer
A collection of essays by fathers who were asked to reflect and write about the experience of having a disabled child.
multimedia
A S.A.N.E. Approach to Coping with Stress
Marie M. Bristol
tape - audio
Challenges to Families
Dr. K. Moses
tape - audio
Coping With Family Stress
tape - audio
Developing a Sensory Diet for Your Children from Birth to Adolescence
Mary B. Haldy
tape - audio
Early Intervention Programs: What is Best for You and Your Child?
Rebecca R. Fewell
tape - audio
Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Adopting a Child with Down syndrome
Janet Marchese, Robin Steele
tape - audio
Guiding Your Child Through Behavioral Management
C. Kaplan
tape - audio
Our Other Kids
tape - audio
Parent Feelings: Changing and Changeless
tape - audio
Powerful Impressions: Brush up on how to present yourself
Anita I. Jacobs
tape - audio
Single Parenting
Tingey
tape - audio
Systems Approach to Early Intervention
tape - audio
Teaching your Child to Avoid Exploitations
Jean P. Edwards
tape - audio
Time Use in Families with a Child with Down syndrome
Carol Tingey
tape - audio
Psychological Testing
David Wodrich
Explains the basics of psychological testing in clear, understandable language.
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