Books on Parenting Special Kids

The Bipolar Child: The Definitive and Reassuring Guide to Childhood's Most Misunderstood Disorder -- Third Edition
By Demitri Papolos M.D., Janice Papolos
buy the book $12

Reader Comment: "This book finally gave us so many answers! It is reassuring to know that others are dealing with these problems and surviving!"

The Elephant in the Playroom: Ordinary Parents Write Intimately and Honestly About the Extraordinary Highs and Heartbreaking Lows of Raising Kids with Special Needs
By Denise Brodev
buy the book $15

Reader Comment: "This book fills a much-needed void in the literature of books written for parents of special needs children. It's not a how-to manual on getting your child diagnosed, treated, or educated."

The Explosive Child: A New Approach for Understanding and Parenting Easily Frustrated, Chronically Inflexible Children
By: Ross W. Greene
buy the book $10

Reader Comment: "Regardless as to how your child behaves, Ross Greene's work is an exceptional set of tools for improving that child's problem solving skills and ensuring a more balanced approach to parenting in your household."

The Child With Special Needs: Encouraging Intellectual and Emotional Growth (A Merloyd Lawrence Book)
By: Stanley I. Greenspan, Serena Wieder, Robin Simons
buy the book $22

Reader Comment: "This is the one book to get if you have a child with special needs."

Parenting Through Crisis: Helping Kids in Times of Loss, Grief, and Change
By: Barbara Coloroso
buy the book $12

Reader Comment: "The book gives great suggestions for parents to support their children through difficult times."

Depressed Child: A Parent's Guide for Rescusing Kids
By: Douglas A. Riley
buy the book $13

Reader Comment: "Written to empower parents who feel helpless in understanding the negative self-images and unhappy emotions that affect their children."

Violence Proof Your Kids Now: How to Recognize the 8 Warning Signs and What to Do About Them, For Parents, Teachers, and other Concerned Caregivers
By: Erika V. Shearin Karres
buy the book $15

Reader Comment: "I have never read anything to compare with the clarity of these suggestions."

A Volcano in My Tummy: Helping Children to Handle Anger
By: Eliane Whitehouse, Warwick Pudney
buy the book $10

Reader Comment: "A great book for parents and kids on anger management; filled with strategies and activities. Put this on your bookshelf."

Screamfree Parenting: The Revolutionary Approach to Raising Your Kids by Keeping Your Cool
By Hal Edward Runkel
buy the book $10

Reader Comment: "The book is an easy read and doesn't overwhelm the parent with too many steps as self-help books often do."