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6 Super Skills for Executive Functioning: Tools to Help Teens Improve Focus, Stay Organized, and Reach Their Goals

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124296
Honos-Webb, Lara. Oakland, CA: New Harbinger Publications , 2020.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
YOUTH FM 270 HON 2020
Availability
1 copy, 0 available
6 SUPER SKILLS to help teens stay focused and reach their goals!; Do you sometimes have trouble paying attention in school? Do you lose track of time and deadlines? Do you often feel ?scattered? or unorganized? You?re not alone. All teens need a little extra help staying focused?in school and in li…
Author
Honos-Webb, Lara
Place of Publication
Oakland, CA
Publisher
New Harbinger Publications
Publication Date
2020
Physical Description
Softcover; 159 pages
Subject
Developmental Disability
Attention Deficit Disorder. Hyperactivity
Head Injury. Traumatic Brain Injury
Autism Spectrum Disorder (includes Asperger Syndrome)
Affective Disorders
Sensory Processing Challenges
Abstract
6 SUPER SKILLS to help teens stay focused and reach their goals!
Do you sometimes have trouble paying attention in school? Do you lose track of time and deadlines? Do you often feel ?scattered? or unorganized? You?re not alone. All teens need a little extra help staying focused?in school and in life. This is especially true if you have attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), autism spectrum disorder, sensory processing disorders, a mood disorder, or have experienced traumatic brain injury. The good news is that there are skills you can learn to help you stay on track.
In this friendly guide, psychologist and ADHD expert Lara Honos-Webb offers six powerful ?super skills? to help you pay attention, increase productivity, and get organized so you can achieve your goals and live your best life. These skills include:
Focusing on the positive
Goal setting
Chunking: breaking big goals down into small manageable chunks
Motivational enhancement
Emotional regulation: dealing with ?big? feelings
Managing attention
Once you learn and practice these skills, you?ll feel empowered to conquer any task?no matter how big. So, why not start learning them today?
ISBN
9781684035335
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
YOUTH FM 270 HON 2020

Copies

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Sanderson, Steven Keewatin. [Canada]: The Healthy Aboriginal Network , 2009.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
YOUTH GN 400 GRA 2009
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
In this comic book, Wendy doesn't have any friends her age and feels overwhelmed at school. Her little brother is more social but he's quick to lose his temper and get into fights. Something is clearly bothering them both. Good thing they're open to getting help and breaking down the stigma of ment…
Author
Sanderson, Steven Keewatin
Place of Publication
[Canada]
Publisher
The Healthy Aboriginal Network
Publication Date
2009
Physical Description
Softcover: 48 p.
Subject
Mental Health/Illness
Aboriginal Health
Abstract
In this comic book, Wendy doesn't have any friends her age and feels overwhelmed at school. Her little brother is more social but he's quick to lose his temper and get into fights. Something is clearly bothering them both. Good thing they're open to getting help and breaking down the stigma of mental health.
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
YOUTH GN 400 GRA 2009

Copies

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Honouring our babies toolkit: Safe sleep

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First Nations Health Authority. Vancouver, BC: , 2023.
URL
http://www.perinatalservicesbc.ca/health-professionals/professional-resources/indigenous-resources/safe-sleep-toolkit
Material Type
Online
This resource provides an overview of how to protect your baby from Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS).
  1 url  
URL
http://www.perinatalservicesbc.ca/health-professionals/professional-resources/indigenous-resources/safe-sleep-toolkit
Website Notes
Click on above link to view/print.
Corporate Author
First Nations Health Authority
Editor
3rd Ed.
Place of Publication
Vancouver, BC
Publication Date
2023
Subject
Aboriginal Health
Sudden Infant Death Syndrome
Abstract
This resource provides an overview of how to protect your baby from Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS).
Language
English
Material Type
Online
URLs
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Honouring our babies: Safe sleep cards & guide

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog113156
Tripartite First Nations and Aboriginal Maternal and Child Health Committee, Perinatal Services BC, Aboriginal Safe Sleep Working Group. Vancouver, BC: Perinatal Services BC , 2013.
Material Type
Kit
Call Number
GK 585 TRI 2013
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
Honouring our Babies: Safe Sleep Cards & Guide will help service providers discuss safe sleep practices with First Nations and Aboriginal families and help reduce the risk of SIDS.; The toolkit is interactive, evidence-informed, and incorporates cultural beliefs, practices, and issues specific to F…
Author
Tripartite First Nations and Aboriginal Maternal and Child Health Committee
Perinatal Services BC
Aboriginal Safe Sleep Working Group
Place of Publication
Vancouver, BC
Publisher
Perinatal Services BC
Publication Date
2013
Physical Description
Facilitator's Guide: softcover: 46 p.; Discussion cards: ring bound: 22 p.; Illustrated cards: loose-leaf: 7 p.
Subject
Aboriginal Health
Sudden Infant Death Syndrome
Abstract
Honouring our Babies: Safe Sleep Cards & Guide will help service providers discuss safe sleep practices with First Nations and Aboriginal families and help reduce the risk of SIDS.
The toolkit is interactive, evidence-informed, and incorporates cultural beliefs, practices, and issues specific to First Nations and Aboriginal communities. The tools include a deck of 21 discussion cards and seven illustrated cards that you can use to prompt and guide discussions with families about safe infant sleep as well as a facilitator’s guide with more information, research, resources, and graphics.
Language
English
Material Type
Kit
Call Number
GK 585 TRI 2013

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Drawing hope : Living with FASD

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog123136
Mitchell, Brandon. Indigenous Story Studio , 2013.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
YOUTH GK 590 MIT 2013
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
This graphic novel is a collection of five stories, based on stories told by members of the Whitecrow Village community for people living with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD). The stories are about struggling in school, the importance of friendships and receiving support from friends and fam…
Author
Mitchell, Brandon
Publisher
Indigenous Story Studio
Publication Date
2013
Physical Description
graphic novel; 32 p.
Subject
Fetal Alcohol Syndrome/Fetal Alcohol Effects.
Aboriginal Health
Abstract
This graphic novel is a collection of five stories, based on stories told by members of the Whitecrow Village community for people living with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD). The stories are about struggling in school, the importance of friendships and receiving support from friends and family.
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
YOUTH GK 590 MIT 2013

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Gathering tree

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Loyie, Larry, Brissenden, Constance, Holmlund, Heather D. (Illustrator). Penticton, BC: Theytus Books Ltd , 2005.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR FF 500 BRI 2005
A positive story of a family facing HIV, told in a rural First Nations settings. After the children learn their favourite cousin has HIV, they discover that illness brings understanding and awareness. The story provides insights into ways of learning, the influence of elders in the community, and c…
Author
Loyie, Larry
Brissenden, Constance
Holmlund, Heather D. (Illustrator)
Place of Publication
Penticton, BC
Publisher
Theytus Books Ltd
Publication Date
2005
Physical Description
Hardcover
Subject
Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS/HIV Infection)
Aboriginal Health
Picture Books
Abstract
A positive story of a family facing HIV, told in a rural First Nations settings. After the children learn their favourite cousin has HIV, they discover that illness brings understanding and awareness. The story provides insights into ways of learning, the influence of elders in the community, and cultural activities such as traditional gatherings.
ISBN
9781894778282
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR FF 500 BRI 2005
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Can I tell you about Diabetes (Type 1)? A guide for friends, family and professionals

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Edge, Julie, MacConville, Julia (ill.). Philadelphia, PA: Jessica Kingsley Publishers , 2014.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR FL 800.5 EDG 2014
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Meet Debbie - a young girl with diabetes type 1. Debbie invites readers to learn about this type of diabetes from her perspective, describing how it feels to have high and low blood sugar levels. She explains how she can monitor her blood sugar and controls it with medication. Debbie also talks abo…
Author
Edge, Julie
MacConville, Julia (ill.)
Place of Publication
Philadelphia, PA
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Publication Date
2014
Physical Description
Softcover: 385 p.
Subject
Diabetes Mellitus Children
Diabetes
Insulin-Dependent Diabetes Mellitus. Type 1 Diabetes
Abstract
Meet Debbie - a young girl with diabetes type 1. Debbie invites readers to learn about this type of diabetes from her perspective, describing how it feels to have high and low blood sugar levels. She explains how she can monitor her blood sugar and controls it with medication. Debbie also talks about the challenges of having diabetes and lets readers know how she can be helped and supported. This illustrated book is ideal for young people aged 7 upwards, as well as parents, friends, teachers and nurses. It is also an excellent starting point for family and classroom discussions.
ISBN
9781849054690
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR FL 800.5 EDG 2014

Copies

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It takes a village : Maternal child health

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog123134
Hopkins, Zoe, Nahuelpan, Amancay (ill.). Indigenous Story Studio , 2012.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
YOUTH GH 200 HOP 2012
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
This maternal child health graphic novel is about Lara, a young mom-to-be. Lara is visited by Danis, a stranger who teaches Lara the importance of eating healthy foods, avoiding alcohol, breastfeeding, keeping dad involved and bonding with your baby.
Author
Hopkins, Zoe
Nahuelpan, Amancay (ill.)
Publisher
Indigenous Story Studio
Publication Date
2012
Physical Description
graphic novel; 40 p.
Subject
Prenatal Care
Prenatal Care-Diet/Nutrition
Prenatal Care-Coping
Fetal Alcohol Syndrome/Fetal Alcohol Effects.
FAS/FAE
Infants
Infant Feeding
Aboriginal Health
Abstract
This maternal child health graphic novel is about Lara, a young mom-to-be. Lara is visited by Danis, a stranger who teaches Lara the importance of eating healthy foods, avoiding alcohol, breastfeeding, keeping dad involved and bonding with your baby.
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
YOUTH GH 200 HOP 2012

Copies

BC Children's and Women's Family Library Available
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eMoods Bipolar Mood Tracker: Mobile App (iOS)

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Yottaram LLC. , 2023.
URL
https://apps.apple.com/ca/app/emoods-bipolar-mood-tracker/id1184456130
Material Type
Online
eMoods is a free mood tracker app that lets you:; - Easily chart your daily highs and lows, sleep, medications, and other symptoms related to common mood disorders like Bipolar/Manic Depressive illness, Depression, and Anxiety.; - Email a printable PDF report at the end of each month to your doctor…
  1 url  
URL
https://apps.apple.com/ca/app/emoods-bipolar-mood-tracker/id1184456130
Corporate Author
Yottaram LLC
Publication Date
2023
Physical Description
Mobile App
Subject
Manic-Depression. Bipolar Disorder
Affective Disorders
Abstract
eMoods is a free mood tracker app that lets you:
- Easily chart your daily highs and lows, sleep, medications, and other symptoms related to common mood disorders like Bipolar/Manic Depressive illness, Depression, and Anxiety.
- Email a printable PDF report at the end of each month to your doctor or therapist to help you identify triggers or other events that could lead to an episode or relapse.
- View in-app graphs and printable charts to track trends and visualize your symptoms and triggers in between appointments.
Language
English
Material Type
Online
URLs
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eMoods Bipolar Mood Tracker: Mobile App (Android)

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Yottaram LLC. , 2023.
URL
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=my.tracker&hl=en_CA&gl=US
Material Type
Online
eMoods is a free mood tracker app that lets you:; - Easily chart your daily highs and lows, sleep, medications, and other symptoms related to common mood disorders like Bipolar/Manic Depressive illness, Depression, and Anxiety.; - Email a printable PDF report at the end of each month to your doctor…
  1 url  
URL
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=my.tracker&hl=en_CA&gl=US
Corporate Author
Yottaram LLC
Publication Date
2023
Physical Description
Mobile App
Subject
Manic-Depression. Bipolar Disorder
Affective Disorders
Abstract
eMoods is a free mood tracker app that lets you:
- Easily chart your daily highs and lows, sleep, medications, and other symptoms related to common mood disorders like Bipolar/Manic Depressive illness, Depression, and Anxiety.
- Email a printable PDF report at the end of each month to your doctor or therapist to help you identify triggers or other events that could lead to an episode or relapse.
- View in-app graphs and printable charts to track trends and visualize your symptoms and triggers in between appointments.
Language
English
Material Type
Online
URLs
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Daylio Journal Daily Diary: Mobile App (iOS)

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124817
Relaxio s.r.o. , 2023.
URL
https://apps.apple.com/ca/app/daylio-journal-daily-diary/id1194023242
Material Type
Online
Daylio is a self-care bullet journal with goals, a mood diary, and happiness tracker. The app enables you to keep a private journal without having to type a single line.
  1 url  
URL
https://apps.apple.com/ca/app/daylio-journal-daily-diary/id1194023242
Corporate Author
Relaxio s.r.o.
Publication Date
2023
Physical Description
Mobile App
Subject
Manic-Depression. Bipolar Disorder
Affective Disorders
Abstract
Daylio is a self-care bullet journal with goals, a mood diary, and happiness tracker. The app enables you to keep a private journal without having to type a single line.
Language
English
Material Type
Online
URLs
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Daylio Journal Daily Diary: Mobile App (Android)

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124818
Relaxio s.r.o. , 2023.
URL
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=net.daylio&hl=en_CA&gl=US
Material Type
Online
Daylio is a self-care bullet journal with goals, a mood diary, and happiness tracker. The app enables you to keep a private journal without having to type a single line.
  1 url  
URL
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=net.daylio&hl=en_CA&gl=US
Corporate Author
Relaxio s.r.o.
Publication Date
2023
Physical Description
Mobile App
Subject
Manic-Depression. Bipolar Disorder
Affective Disorders
Abstract
Daylio is a self-care bullet journal with goals, a mood diary, and happiness tracker. The app enables you to keep a private journal without having to type a single line.
Language
English
Material Type
Online
URLs
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Up Ghost River: A chief's journey through the turbulent waters of Native history

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog120614
Metatawabin, Edmund, Shimo, Alexandra. [Toronto, ON]: Vintage Canada , 2014.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
GN 400 MET 2014
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
A powerful, raw and eloquent memoir about the abuse former First Nations chief Edmund Metatawabin endured in residential school in the 1960s, the resulting trauma, and the spirit he rediscovered within himself and his community through traditional spirituality and knowledge. Foreword by Joseph Boyd…
Author
Metatawabin, Edmund
Shimo, Alexandra
Place of Publication
[Toronto, ON]
Publisher
Vintage Canada
Publication Date
2014
Physical Description
Softcover; 352 p.
Subject
Aboriginal Health
Trauma Survivors
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
Alcoholism Recovery
Abstract
A powerful, raw and eloquent memoir about the abuse former First Nations chief Edmund Metatawabin endured in residential school in the 1960s, the resulting trauma, and the spirit he rediscovered within himself and his community through traditional spirituality and knowledge. Foreword by Joseph Boyden.
ISBN
9780307399885
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
GN 400 MET 2014

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