Thursday, March 20, 2014

Books About Raising A Developmentally Disabled Child

By Jaclyn Hurley


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.

Most people today buy their reading material on line from huge stores like Amazon. This gives them access to literally tens of thousands of titles, many of which can be purchased used at very reduced prices. In addition customer reviews are always available and can be very helpful in making a decision on which book to buy.

Once they begin to recover from the shock of learning their baby has a disability parents need a lot of practical help. There may well be medical issues to deal with. This is a whole new world on its own. Insurance claims, bills, doctors appointments and therapy can take a huge toll on any family. Reading accounts by others who have already been through this situation is a great way to get a much needed boost.

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.

Temple Grandin is one of the best known autistic people in the country. She was born at a time when autism was not understood. Her parents did not know how to handle her and no help was available. Emerging from a lonely and harsh childhood, Grandin finally found her way in the world. She has gone on to gain a university degree and has developed new ways of housing and raising cattle. She has also written a number of books that are fun of insight for families and those who live with autism.

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.

Most parents worry about who will care for their son or daughter when they are gone. Getting good practical information is crucial. A book that deals with the legal implications of guardianship and employment opportunities can be very useful.




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