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Books on Parenting Special Kids |
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Written by HealthyPlace.com Staff Writer
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Nov 25, 2008 |
A + A - RESET
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MUST HAVES for People with children with ADHD, Bipolar, Autism, Learning Disorders and information on general parenting skills. Information for parents with special or difficult children
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Parenting a Bipolar Child: What to Do & Why
by Gianni L. Faedda, Nancy B. Austin
buy the book $12
Reader Comment: "This new book unlocks some of the mysteries of this childhood mood disorder and opens the door for parents to learn effective parenting skills ."
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Parenting Your Complex Child: Become a Powerful Advocate for the Autistic, Down Syndrome, PDD, Bipolar, or Other Special-Needs Child
by Peggy Lou Morgan
buy the book $13
Reader Comment: "This should be in the library of both the parents who have such children, and the professionals who work with them."
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Special Kids Problem Solver: Ready-to-Use Interventions for Helping All Students with Academic, Behavioral, and Physical Problems
by Kenneth, Psy.D. Shore
buy the book $20
Reader Comment: "Kenneth Shore has created a work of art for those of us who aren't always teaching overachievers."
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Maybe You Know My Kid - 3rd Edition: A Parent's Guide to Identifying, Understanding, and Helping Your Child With Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
by Mary Fowler
buy the book $15
Reader Comment: "Valuable information on treatment, education advocacy, and dealing with the trials that can accompany parenting someone with AD(H)D."
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Kids in the Syndrome Mix of ADHD, LD, Asperger's, Tourette's, Bipolar, And More!: The One Stop Guide for Parents, Teachers, and Other Professionals
by Martin L., M.D. Kutscher
buy the book $19
Reader Comment: "I was impressed with the depth of information this book provides."
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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."
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Parenting a Grieving Child: Helping Children Find Faith, Hope, and Healing After the Loss of a Loved One
by Mary DeTurris Poust
buy the book $11
Reader Comment: "I found this book to be extremely knowledgeable and written from the heart."
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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."
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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 $12
Reader Comment: "I have never read anything to compare with the clarity of these suggestions."
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Help for Worried Kids: How Your Child Can Conquer Anxiety and Fear
Reader Comment:
"Highly recommended for its informative introduction and in-depth analysis of all the information a worried parent needs."
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A Volcano in My Tummy: Helping Children to Handle Anger
by Eliane Whitehouse, Warwick Pudney
Reader Comment:
"A great book for parents and kids on anger management; filled with strategies and activities. Put this on your bookshelf."
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Freeing Your Child from Anxiety: Powerful, Practical Solutions to Overcome Your Child's Fears, Worries, and Phobias
by Tamar E. Chansky
buy the book $11
Reader Comment: "So many books tell you what to do but this one tells you how to do it. Its chock-full of practical and useful examples on what to say."
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Last Updated( Feb 13, 2009 )
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reviewed by: Harry Croft, MD
Psychiatrist, HealthyPlace.com Medical Director
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