Families of special needs children face a host of additional challenges. For some families it can really bring them together but for others it seems to tear them apart. Finding ways to cope is the key to success and learning from others really is one of the best ways to deal with this life challenge in a positive way. Books about raising a developmentally disabled child can be very helpful and offer a multitude of resources.
There are a huge number of publications that deal with the subject of life with an intellectually challenged youngster. Each year new titles are added, some of which receive better reviews than others. Some of the best books are those written by parents of a child with a developmental problem. They are the ones who really know what it is like to be in this situation.
It is vital for parents in the first few weeks to understand that there is help available. It is perfectly natural to feel over whelmed and even depressed. Seeking out books that present an upbeat perspective is very important. This should be easy to do by checking the customer reviews and reading the abstract.
The tone of a book really depends upon the bias of the author. Some people have found that having a child with a life long disability very difficult. This is especially true for children who have significant health or behavioral challenges.
There are some very heart warming stories that will bring the reader to tears. Secret Girl by M. B. Jacobs is the story of a families reunion with a young daughter who had been placed in an institution. In common with most children of her generation, being diagnosed with an intellectual disability meant immediate institutionalization.
On the other hand some parents find a tremendous amount of joy in caring for their child. Despite the disability and challenges they find it brings a whole new dimension into their lives. They are also able to network with other parents in the same situation and this really helps them feel that they have support. In addition just having people who understand them offering support and advice can really make all the difference.
The addition of any child to a family changes the dynamic, but having a baby with a disability changes things even more. Parents are often worried about the effect it might have on their other children. Being open and discussing these concerns is very important. The other children should always be given the opportunity to talk freely about their sibling's issues and how it might affect them.
Other children in the family are also affected. They often feel left out as their special sibling gets so much of the time and attention. On many occasions parents are too busy struggling through to notice. Don Meyer has written several works expressly for children and teens to help them cope with their emotions and realize they are not alone.
As their children grow a whole new set of concern often arises. Parents should continue to read and seek out as many of the latest publications as possible. Once their grown up son or daughter enters the world of work they will need a lot of help and advice.
There are a huge number of publications that deal with the subject of life with an intellectually challenged youngster. Each year new titles are added, some of which receive better reviews than others. Some of the best books are those written by parents of a child with a developmental problem. They are the ones who really know what it is like to be in this situation.
It is vital for parents in the first few weeks to understand that there is help available. It is perfectly natural to feel over whelmed and even depressed. Seeking out books that present an upbeat perspective is very important. This should be easy to do by checking the customer reviews and reading the abstract.
The tone of a book really depends upon the bias of the author. Some people have found that having a child with a life long disability very difficult. This is especially true for children who have significant health or behavioral challenges.
There are some very heart warming stories that will bring the reader to tears. Secret Girl by M. B. Jacobs is the story of a families reunion with a young daughter who had been placed in an institution. In common with most children of her generation, being diagnosed with an intellectual disability meant immediate institutionalization.
On the other hand some parents find a tremendous amount of joy in caring for their child. Despite the disability and challenges they find it brings a whole new dimension into their lives. They are also able to network with other parents in the same situation and this really helps them feel that they have support. In addition just having people who understand them offering support and advice can really make all the difference.
The addition of any child to a family changes the dynamic, but having a baby with a disability changes things even more. Parents are often worried about the effect it might have on their other children. Being open and discussing these concerns is very important. The other children should always be given the opportunity to talk freely about their sibling's issues and how it might affect them.
Other children in the family are also affected. They often feel left out as their special sibling gets so much of the time and attention. On many occasions parents are too busy struggling through to notice. Don Meyer has written several works expressly for children and teens to help them cope with their emotions and realize they are not alone.
As their children grow a whole new set of concern often arises. Parents should continue to read and seek out as many of the latest publications as possible. Once their grown up son or daughter enters the world of work they will need a lot of help and advice.
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