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Raising a Handicapped Child
By Charlotte E. Thompson, M.D.
A guide for parents of special-needs children.
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Widely acclaimed since its first publication, this revised and expanded handbook remains the only one of its kind to discuss both the emotional and physical problems of raising a child with a disability. A recognized authority in her field, Dr. Thompson addresses the questions and difficulties parents have to face from the initial diagnosis to adulthood, sharing the survival tools she has learned in over 50 years of practice. Her practical advice includes tips on how to select educational programs and professional help that encourage a disabled child's greatest potential, how to keep up with the latest medical treatments, and how to cope with the costs. Additionally, she uses her expertise to compassionately and effectively counsel parents on how to handle sorrow, anger, and guilt resulting from a devastating diagnosis or a progressive disease. Finally, comprehensive listings of government agencies, educational and recreational programs, and services for the entire family are included in the appendix.
