Parents of children with disabilities : a survival guide for fathers & mothers
By: Barnhill, Press.
Contributor(s): Barnhill, Gena P | Hicks, Salem.
Publisher: Lynchburg, VA Liberty University Books 2010Description: xi, 210 p. : ill. ; 23 cm.ISBN: 9780981935782.Subject(s): CHILDREN | DISABILITY | PARENTING | FAMILY INTERACTION | FAMILY EXPERIENCES | FAMILY ADJUSTMENT | FAMILY NEEDS | FAMILY STRESS | CASE STUDIESItem type | Current library | Call number | Status | Date due | Barcode | Item holds | |
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Book | IHC Library | 310 BAR (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | Available | W000669 |
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"As a parent of a disabled child, I find this book to be an immensely valuable resource. The Barnhills offer practical help for navigating the emotional and relational pitfalls common to those in our situation. Their advice is concrete, realistic and encouraging. - Andrew Dunks" - BOOK JACKET
This is a faith based publication from a Christian publisher.
Donated by The Freemasons Charity
1. Dashed expectations
2. Now what?
3. A father's perspective
4. A mother's perspective
5. Strains on the marriage
6. Susan's story
7. Friendships
8. Discipline
9. How to help yourself
10. Mister fix-it
11. Carl's story
12. Love, circumstances, and growth
13. Tyler and Becky's story
14. What is success?
15. RATE, vision, and peace.
Patron comment on 21/03/2017
I feel that this book has a strong religious flavour and strong gender roles that would not be appropriate for many NZ families