URL

http://www.sbhasa.ca

Author

Aikenhead, Jennifer

Birkett, Stephanie

Edition

1st

Place of Publication

[Calgary, AB]

Publisher

Spina Bifida & Hydrocephalus Association of Southern Alberta

Publication Date

2006

Physical Description

Spiral-bound soft cover, unpaged, ill.

Subject

Spinal Cord Injuries

Spina Bifida. Neural Tube Defects

Skin Care

Abstract

Information on pressure sores and how to deal with them. In an individual with spina bifida some of the nerves do not develop properly, which results in little or no sensation in some areas of the skin. Without the warning of discomfort or pain from heat, cold, sharp objects, pressure, scrapes or excessive moisture an individual will be unaware of damage to their skin. A sore may develop quite quickly and can worsen rapidly if not attended to properly. Children need to learn the importance of personal hygiene to their overall well being. Parents should begin teaching skin care to their child at an early age, until their routine becomes second nature: * Perform regular self checks of the skin, using a hand held mirror to view those areas not easily seen with the eyes. * Keep skin clean and dry. Moisture and chemicals from urine, bowel material or sweat can damage the skin if left there too long. * Eat nutritious foods and drink plenty of fluids to keep the body and skin healthy.

Notes

Ages 4-14

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

JUNIOR FM 550 AIK 2006

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Author

Blanco, Jodee

Place of Publication

Avon, MA

Publisher

Adams Media Corporation

Publication Date

2003

Physical Description

Paperback: 276 p.

Subject

Bullying

Parenting

Abstract

From fifth grade through high school, Blanco was teased, shunned, and, at times, physically assaulted by her classmates because she was different. This memoir provides an unflinching look at what it means to be the outcast, how even the most loving parents can get it all wrong, why schools are often unable to prevent disaster, and how bullying has been misunderstood and mishandled by the mental health community.

ISBN

1580628362

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

BE 965 BLA 2003

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Author

Biddulph, Steve

Edition

2nd edition

Place of Publication

Berkeley, CA

Publisher

Cellestial Arts

Publication Date

2008

Physical Description

Softcover: 215 p.

Subject

Male Emotional Health

Parenting

Abstract

Written by an Australian family therapist, this practical guide provides a supportive approach to parenting boys. Citing such gender specific risks facing boys as a higher percentage of learning disabilities to greater threats of violence and suicide, the author offers parenting strategies for three distinct stages of growth: birth to six years; six to 14; and 14 to adult. It includes sidebars, photos and cartoons, and each chapter wraps up with a summary. For parents of both boys and girls.

ISBN

9781587613289

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

CA 195 BID 2008

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