Author

Methot, Suzanne

Place of Publication

Toronto, ON

Publisher

ECW Press

Publication Date

2023

Physical Description

Paperback; 255 pages

Subject

Trauma

Trauma Survivors

Indigenous Health

Family

Abstract

Written specifically for young adults, reluctant readers, and literacy learners, Killing the Wittigo explains the traumatic effects of colonization on Indigenous people and communities and how trauma alters an individual's brain, body, and behavior. It explores how learned patterns of behavior - the ways people adapt to trauma to survive - are passed down within family systems, thereby affecting the functioning of entire communities. The book foregrounds Indigenous resilience through song lyrics and as-told-to stories by young people who have started their own journeys of decolonization, healing, and change. It also details the transformative work being done in urban and on-reserve communities through community-led projects and Indigenous-run institutions and community agencies. These stories offer concrete examples of the ways in which Indigenous peoples and communities are capable of healing in small and big ways - and they challenge readers to consider what the dominant society must do to create systemic change.

ISBN

9781770417243

Language

English

Material Type

Book

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Author

Willard, Christopher

Place of Publication

Boulder, CO

Publisher

Sounds True

Publication Date

2022

Physical Description

Paperback; 159 pages

Subject

Mindfulness

Trauma

Trauma Survivors

Abstract

Turn your everyday experiences into a source of strength with the easy-to-learn practices in this uplifting guide to post-traumatic growth.

Trauma pervades every aspect of our lives, particularly in recent years between climate change, social justice issues, the coronavirus pandemic, and more. But the truth is that post-traumatic growth, rather than post-traumatic stress, is not only possible but probable. In this book, you'll discover the conditions and compassionate practices that make growth and resilience possible, including:

- How to regulate your nervous system by regulating your breath and body

-Trauma-informed self-compassion practices that make you more resilient to the world around you

-Skills to set boundaries to aid in your healing

-Dozens of other ways to turn your difficult experiences toward growth

Simple and to the point, each chapter offers practices, self-assessments, enlightening science facts, and advice for the real world. Perfect for reading a page or two after an exhausting day or sharing with others when they need a lift.

No one gets a pass from life's challenges. The good news is, we are hardwired to turn them into a source of strength. Turn to this book anytime you need to find out How We Grow Through What We Go Through.

ISBN

9781683648901

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

EG 225 WIL 2022

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Author

Tejpar, Serena

Lalani, Anoosha [ill.]

Tejpar, Iman [ill.]

Place of Publication

Ann Arbor, MI

Publisher

Loving Healing Press

Publication Date

2022

Physical Description

Softcover; no pagination

Subject

Children's Hospitalization

Trauma Survivors

Abstract

Research has shown that building resilience in the face of adversity or challenges helps children and young people develop effective coping strategies and improve long-term outcomes across a spectrum of illnesses. You Are So Much More reminds children who have gone through or are going through an illness or injury, that they are indeed so much more. Trauma survivor and medical student Serena Tejpar shares a story of inspiration, reflection, and encouragement that can be read over and over again.

Includes a final word on common concerns and questions children may have while in hospital.

Notes

For ages 4 - 8

ISBN

9781615996322

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

JUNIOR GK 210 TEJ 2022

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Author

Lindstrom, Carole

Littlebird, Steph (ill.)

Place of Publication

New York, NY

Publisher

Abram Books for Young Readers

Publication Date

2023

Physical Description

Hardcover; 48

Subject

Self Concept (includes self-esteem)

Indigenous Health

Family

Trauma Survivors

Abstract

Mom never had long hair - she was told it was too wild. Grandma couldn't have long hair - hers was taken from her. But one young girl can't wait to grow her hair long: for herself, for her family, for her connection to her culture and the Earth, and to honor the strength and resilience of those who came before her.

ISBN

9781419759437

Language

English

Material Type

Book

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URL

https://crohnsandcolitis.ca/About-Crohn-s-Colitis/IBD-Journey

Corporate Author

Crohn's and Colitis Canada

Place of Publication

Toronto, ON

Publisher

Crohn's and Colitis Canada

Publication Date

2020

Subject

Crohn's Disease

Ulcerative Colitis

Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Inflammatory Bowel Disease-Coping

Abstract

The IBD Journey will strengthen your knowledge of living with Crohn?s and colitis. Here you will find information, strategies and tips to help manage your disease and make informed decisions with health care providers.

Language

English

Material Type

Website

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

URL

https://ebookcentral.proquest.com/lib/cwhbc/detail.action?docID=6475884

Author

Downe, Pamela

Place of Publication

Toronto, ON

Publisher

University of Toronto Press

Publication Date

2021

Physical Description

171p.

Subject

Indigenous

Aboriginal Health

Motherhood

HIV/AIDS

Abstract

Collective Care provides an ethnographic account of urban Indigenous life and caregiving practices in the face of Saskatchewan's HIV epidemic. Based on a five-year study conducted in partnership with AIDS Saskatoon, the book focuses on the contrast between Indigenous values of collective kin-care and non-Indigenous models of intensive maternal care. It explores how women and men negotiate the forces of HIV to render motherhood a site of cultural meaning, personal and collective well-being, and, sometimes, individual and community despair. It also introduces readers to how HIV is Indigenized in western Canada and how all HIV-affected and -infected mothers must negotiate this cultural and racialized terrain. Featuring in-depth narrative interviews, notes from participant observation in AIDS Saskatoon's drop-in centre, and a photovoice component, this book offers an accessible account of an engaged anthropologist's work with a community that is both vulnerable and resilient. Each chapter begins with an ethnographic vignette that introduces central concepts, including medical anthropology, syndemics, kinship, and Indigeneity, with the overall aim of humanizing those affected by HIV in western Canada and beyond.

ISBN

9781487587666

Language

English

Material Type

Ebook

Call Number

GN 400 DOW 2021

Author

Jones, Pia

Pimenta, Sarah

Place of Publication

New York, NY

Publisher

Routledge

Publication Date

2021

Physical Description

Softcover; 28 pages

Subject

Death and dying-Children

Abstract

This beautifully illustrated and sensitive storybook is designed to be used therapeutically by professionals and caregivers supporting children with an untreatable illness. With engaging, gentle and colourful illustrations that can be used to prompt conversation, it tells the story of the final journey made by a Boy with a Bear, as the Boy says his goodbyes and comes to terms with his life-ending illness.

ISBN

9780367491208

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

JUNIOR GV 100.5 JON 2021

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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

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Author

Pang, Camilla

Boglio, Laurène [ill.]

Place of Publication

London, Eng.

Publisher

Hachette Book Group

Publication Date

2021

Physical Description

Softcover; 218 pages

Subject

Autism Spectrum Disorder (includes Asperger Syndrome)

Abstract

Use science as your guidebook for growing up perfectly weird and perfectly you.

Growing up, Dr Camilla Pang loved patterns and ordering things. She was obsessed with Disney, infatuated by Stephen Hawking and the language she only really understood was science. Diagnosed with autism age eight, Camilla felt like an outsider - and kids often like nothing better than to gang up on outsiders.

This is the story of how Camilla used science as her sidekick for navigating the world - allowing her to translate ideas she could understand (like gravity and light waves) onto things she couldn't (like people, how long to smile for and when someone needed a hug).

Now she is sharing her scientific survival guide with you - so you can grow up with the courage to be yourself, no matter how different you feel or how hard you might find it to connect. Because the hard bit of growing up isn't other people - their opinions, their friendship groups, their popularity, their exam results. No, the hard bit is you: learning who you are as a person, having confidence in your own instincts and understanding what actually makes you happy. And the really hard part is accepting that it's completely normal to be perfectly weird.

ISBN

9781526364326

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

JUNIOR FM 272 PAN 2021

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Author

Thompson, Harry

Jata-Hall, Danielle

Sherwin, Mollie [illustrator]

Place of Publication

London, UK and Philadelphia, PA

Publisher

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Publication Date

2022

Physical Description

Softcover; illustrated; 64 pages

Subject

Autism Spectrum Disorder (includes Asperger Syndrome)

Abstract

Welcome to my downside up life! My name is Ariana and I have something called Pathological Demand Avoidance which is a form of autism. Most people just think I'm naughty and misbehaved, but I want to show you why that's not true by telling you about what my life is like from inside my head. Come join me in understanding why I feel like I have to be in control all the time and why it's just not as simple as doing as I am told.

Recommended for children ages 7-12.

ISBN

978-1839971174

Material Type

Booklet

Call Number

JUNIIOR FM 272 THO 2022

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Author

Rubel, Barbara

Edition

3rd ed.

Place of Publication

Kendall Park, NJ

Publisher

Griefwork Center, Inc.

Publication Date

2020

Physical Description

Hardcover, 220 pages

Subject

Survivors of Suicide

Children and Grief

Grief. Bereavement

Abstract

Tells the story, from the perspective of an eleven-year-old boy, Alex, and his family, as they are rocked by suicide and reeling from the aftermath. Through Alex?s eyes, the reader will see the transformation of feelings after going through a suicide.

New to the third edition, each chapter ends with Alex reflecting 10 years later on his experience, introducing family and friends in his recollections. *Barbara Rubel has combined modern academic theories of grieving and then translated them into a readable story. The revised edition is an evidence-informed and contemporary treatment of a devastating form of loss that uses a hypothetical case study to render it in human terms. Through the story, the reader understands what suicide might be like for a family, how to make meaning in the loss, and ways to experience personal growth. *This self-help book was revised to provide guidance for clinicians (e.g., mental health providers, social workers, psychologists, school counselors, case managers) and families to help suicide loss survivors.

Part 1 offers a basic understanding of suicide postvention, suicide loss survivors, complicated grief, mourning theories, and the impact on clinician survivors. Chapters have been updated, based on mourning models and the latest research.

The chapters in Part 2 build upon one another sequentially, from the day of the suicide to the anniversary. At the end of each chapter, there are follow-up questions to explore in counseling sessions, support groups, therapy sessions, or at home. Also, at the end of each chapter, Alex, at the age of 21, reflects back on how his father?s death has changed his life, wounding him, but also helping him to grow.

ISBN

9781892906045

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

GV 155 RUB 2020

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Author

Sileo, Frank J.

Potter, Carol S.

Place of Publication

Washington, DC

Publisher

American Psychological Association

Publication Date

2021

Physical Description

Softcover; 419 pages

Subject

Coping with Chronic Illness-Children

Coping with Chronic Illness in the Family

Coping with Chronic Illness-Young Adult

Abstract

Written by leading mental health professionals, this warm and accessible parenting book for children with chronic illnesses offers clear, practical guidance for all aspects of the journey. It is recommended by professionals at the American Diabetes Association, Invisible Disabilities Association, the Crohn's Colitis Foundation, and other expert national and regional sources.

For all its joys, parenting is a complex job, and when your child has a chronic illness, the stress can feel overwhelming. When your child is diagnosed, you begin a parenting journey filled with strong emotions, difficult choices, confusing words, and interactions with numerous professionals and specialists.

You're focused on ensuring your child gets the best possible treatments for their symptoms, so it's easy to overlook or dismiss the impact the illness can have on your relationships and emotions. This book places your psychological well-being front and center, so you can be the best caregiver possible for your child.

Along with suggestions for making laughter and mindfulness part of your daily self-care routine, it offers guidance for choosing the right therapist for your family, should extra support be needed. Every family's journey with chronic illness is unique, but you don't have to go it alone.

ISBN

9781433833816

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

EF 850.5 SIL 2021

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Alternate Title

A Five is Against the Law

Author

Buron, Kari Dunn

Edition

Revised

Publisher

5 Point Scale Publishing

Publication Date

2021

Physical Description

Softcover; 42 pages

Subject

Social Behaviour (includes boundaries)

Autism Spectrum Disorder (includes Asperger Syndrome)

Abstract

Building on the 5-point scale, Kari has written a workbook for adolescents and young adults called A 5 Is Against the Law! The book was developed for youth who have difficulty understanding social boundaries and who might inadvertently step over those boundaries.

ISBN

9798985772906

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

YOUTH CF 110 BUR 2021

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Author

Davidson, Sara Florence

Davidson, Robert

Gibbons, Janine (ill.)

Publisher

HighWater Press

Publication Date

2022

Physical Description

Hardcover; 40 pages

Abstract

Based on author Sara Florence Davidson's childhood memories, this illustrated story captures the joy and adventure of a Haida fish camp.

Every summer, a Haida girl and her family travel up the Yakoun River on Haida Gwaii, following the salmon. While their father fishes, the girl and her brother spend their time on the land playing and learning from Tsinii (Grandfather).

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

JUNIOR DAV 2022

URL

https://ebookcentral.proquest.com/lib/cwhbc/detail.action?docID=6002581

Author

Bryden, Pier

Szatmari, Peter

Place of Publication

Toronto, ON

Publisher

Simon & Schuster

Publication Date

2020

Subject

Mental Health

Mental Health/Illness

Parenting

Young Adults-Mental Health. Psychology

Children Mental Health

Abstract

"As parents, we worry about our children - about their physical health, performance at school, the types of friends they have, and, of course, their mental health. Every day seems to bring new and expanding issues and disorders and troubling statistics about the rise of mental illness in children and teens. It's usually obvious what to do for physical injuries like broken bones, but when it comes to our children's mental health, the answers are much less clear, and sometimes even contradictory.

"Pier Bryden and Peter Szatmari, top child and adolescent psychiatrists, are here to help. Using their combined six decades working with families and kids - and their own experiences as parents - they break down the stigma of mental health illness and walk parents through the warning signs, risk factors, prevention strategies, and the process of diagnosis and treatment for mental health challenges arising from: anxiety, substance use disorders, eating disorders, sleep disorders, depression, trauma, suicidal thoughts and behaviors, psychosis, ADHD, and autism.

"The most important thing to remember as a parent is that you and your child are not alone and there is a lot you can do to improve your child's mental health. The road ahead isn't always easy or straightforward, but start here to learn how to advocate for your child's well-being"--from the inside front cover.

ISBN

9781508257936

Language

English

Material Type

Ebook

Call Number

CD 100 BRY 2020b

Author

Bryden, Pier

Szatmari, Peter

Place of Publication

Toronto, ON

Publisher

Simon & Schuster

Publication Date

2020

Physical Description

Softcover ; ix, 271 p.

Subject

Mental Health

Mental Health/Illness

Parenting

Young Adults-Mental Health. Psychology

Children Mental Health

Abstract

"As parents, we worry about our children - about their physical health, performance at school, the types of friends they have, and, of course, their mental health. Every day seems to bring new and expanding issues and disorders and troubling statistics about the rise of mental illness in children and teens. It's usually obvious what to do for physical injuries like broken bones, but when it comes to our children's mental health, the answers are much less clear, and sometimes even contradictory.

"Pier Bryden and Peter Szatmari, top child and adolescent psychiatrists, are here to help. Using their combined six decades working with families and kids - and their own experiences as parents - they break down the stigma of mental health illness and walk parents through the warning signs, risk factors, prevention strategies, and the process of diagnosis and treatment for mental health challenges arising from: anxiety, substance use disorders, eating disorders, sleep disorders, depression, trauma, suicidal thoughts and behaviors, psychosis, ADHD, and autism.

"The most important thing to remember as a parent is that you and your child are not alone and there is a lot you can do to improve your child's mental health. The road ahead isn't always easy or straightforward, but start here to learn how to advocate for your child's well-being"--from the inside front cover.

ISBN

9781508257929

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

CD 100 BRY 2020

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Author

Meiners, Cheri J.

Weber, Penny [illustrator]

Place of Publication

Minneapolis, MN

Publisher

Free Spirit Publishing

Publication Date

2020

Physical Description

Board book; [no pagination]

Series

Learning about me & you

Subject

Emotional Health

Child Behavior

Children's Emotions

Children's Anger

Mindfulness

Abstract

A little girl works through strong feelings and learns how to calm down. "Sometimes things seem hard, and my feelings are really big."

Strong emotions can be overwhelming for young children, and at times they need help identifying and coping with what they're feeling. "I want to feel peaceful. I won't hit or hurt."

Gentle and encouraging, this board book helps toddlers work through strong feelings like anger and worry. Children learn to use deep breaths, mental images, and other simple strategies to calm themselves. With straightforward words and warm illustrations, I Calm Down helps children understand that feelings change and that their own actions can make a difference in how they feel. When their feelings are too big to manage, children can ask for help and comfort from a trusted adult.

A section for adults offers tips on talking about the book together, along with activities for helping children learn to calm themselves. Access to a digital download with ideas for helping toddlers feel calm is also provided.

Recommended for children ages 1 - 4.

ISBN

9781631984556

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

JUNIOR CA 200 MEI 2020

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Author

Harris, Robie H.

Emberley, Michael (Illustrator)

Place of Publication

Cambridge, MA

Publisher

Candlewick Press

Publication Date

2021

Physical Description

paperback, 128 pages

Subject

Sex Education

Sexual Health

Puberty

Child Sexual Behaviour

Young Adults Sexuality

Abstract

With more than 1.5 million copies in print, It?s Perfectly Normal has been a trusted resource on sexuality for more than twenty-five years. Rigorously vetted by experts, this is the most ambitiously updated edition yet, featuring to-the-minute information and language accompanied by new and refreshed art.

ISBN

9781536207200

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

JUNIOR GA 100 HAR 2021

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Author

Young, Karen

Dovidonyte, Norvile (ill.)

Place of Publication

Brisbane, AU

Publisher

Hey Sigmund Publishing

Publication Date

2023

Physical Description

Softcover; unnumbered pages

Subject

Emotional Health

Abstract

All feelings are important - the magical, the messy, and the in-between. Sometimes though, big feelings can have us behaving in ways that aren't so, let's say... shiny. This happens to all of us. The more young people understand how and why, the more they can build the capacity to feel their feelings and manage them in positive ways.

ISBN

9780994590602

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

JUNIOR CA 200 YOU 2023

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