Summaries of books about Special Needs Children:
Louder Than Words
A Mother's Journey in Healing Autism
Jenny McCarthy
The book chronicles a mother's experiences and challenges as she navigates the complexities of raising a child with autism, detailing her son's diagnosis, treatment, and her advocacy for alternative medical approaches to autism therapy. It emphasizes the power of love, determination, and the pursuit of biomedical interventions in seeking to improve the condition of her child.
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Half A Brain
Confessions of a Special Needs Mom
Jenni Basch
The book is a candid memoir that delves into the author's personal journey as a mother raising a child with special needs, exploring the challenges, triumphs, and emotional complexities that come with parenting under such unique circumstances. It offers insights into the resilience required to navigate the healthcare system, educational challenges, and societal perceptions while advocating for her child's well-being and development.
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Third Culture Kids
The Experience of Growing Up Among Worlds
Ruth E. Van Reken|David C. Pollock|Michael V. Pollock
The book explores the unique experiences and challenges faced by children who grow up in multiple cultures, often due to their parents' international careers. It provides insights into how these "Third Culture Kids" (TCKs) navigate identity, belonging, and transitions, offering guidance for the children, their families, and the professionals who support them.
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Breaking Free of Child Anxiety and OCD
A Scientifically Proven Program for Parents
Eli R. Lebowitz
The book provides a guide for parents to help their children overcome anxiety and obsessive-compulsive disorder using a scientifically backed approach called SPACE—Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions. It offers practical strategies and tools to reduce symptoms by teaching parents how to respond supportively to their child's distress and promote independent coping.
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Differently Wired
Raising an Exceptional Child in a Conventional World
Deborah Reber
The book provides guidance and support for parents raising neurodiverse children, such as those with ADHD, autism, or giftedness, advocating for understanding their unique needs and strengths. It offers practical advice on how to challenge conventional thinking about education and parenting, and how to create an environment that helps these children thrive.
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Bloom
Finding Beauty in the Unexpected--A Memoir (P.S.)
Kelle Hampton
The memoir recounts the author's journey of self-discovery and transformation following the birth of her daughter with Down syndrome. It explores themes of acceptance, the redefinition of beauty, and the unexpected joy found in life's challenges.
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Iris Grace
How Thula the Cat Saved a Little Girl and Her Family
Arabella Carter-Johnson
The book tells the story of a young autistic girl, Iris Grace, who finds a unique connection and blossoming companionship with Thula, a Maine Coon cat. This relationship helps Iris to open up and engage with the world around her, bringing transformative effects to her and her family's life.
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Overcoming Oppositional Defiant Disorder
A Two-Part Treatment Plan to Help Parents and Kids Work Together
Gina Atencio-MacLean PsyD
The book provides a comprehensive treatment plan for managing Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD), offering strategies for parents to understand the disorder, improve communication, and establish effective discipline. It also includes exercises and activities designed to foster cooperation and respect between parents and children, aiming to reduce conflict and promote positive behavioral changes.
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Thriving with Autism
90 Activities to Encourage Your Child's Communication, Engagement, and Play
Katie Cook MEd BCBA
The book provides a collection of 90 practical activities designed to enhance communication, engagement, and play for children on the autism spectrum. It offers strategies and tips for parents and caregivers to support their child's development and interaction with the world around them.
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Helping Your Anxious Child
A Step-by-Step Guide for Parents
Ronald Rapee|Ann Wignall|Susan Spence|Vanessa Cobham|Heidi Lyneham
The book provides practical strategies and cognitive-behavioral techniques to assist parents in managing and reducing anxiety in their children. It includes step-by-step guidance, worksheets, and exercises to help children develop coping skills and build confidence in facing their fears.
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