Author

Strohm, Kate

Place of Publication

Boston, MA

Publisher

Shambhala

Publication Date

2005

Physical Description

Paperback; 249 pages

Subject

Siblings of Children with Disabilities

Abstract

When there's a child with a disability in the family, how are normally developing siblings affected? According to Kate Strohm, a counselor and health educator, siblings of people with disabilities face particular emotional challenges that are often overlooked. Able siblings commonly struggle with feelings of isolation, grief, anger, and anxiety?and these and other emotional issues can have lifelong effects. [paragraph rephrased from publisher's version]

Being the Other One is based on the author's own experience (as a sibling of a sister with cerebral palsy) and on extensive interviews she conducted with siblings of all ages. In clear and compassionate terms, Strohm explores the often secret feelings of siblings and offers valuable strategies for coping with the challenges they face.

Being the Other One reveals the difficulties faced by siblings at all stages of life, from early childhood through adulthood, when siblings must often assume responsibility for the care of their disabled brothers and sisters. Though the book looks honestly at the many challenges that siblings face, it is full of encouragement and practical strategies. Strohm emphasizes that when siblings are able to clearly identify and openly express their feelings and concerns - and when parents and health professionals offer the needed support - siblings can thrive. This book includes writing exercises for personal exploration and a substantial resources section listing helpful books, organizations, and websites.

ISBN

978-1590301501

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

GK 665 STR 2005

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Author

Amador, Xavier

Edition

2nd ed.

Place of Publication

Peconic, NY

Publisher

Vida Press

Publication Date

2007

Physical Description

Softcover: 168 p.

Subject

Mental Disorders

Mental Disorders-Coping for the Family

Mental Disorders-Therapy

Abstract

About 50% of all people with schizophrenia and manic-depression do not understand that they are ill and refuse treatment. Whether you are a family member or a therapist, in this book you will find hope in what the new research is revealing about the problem of poor insight into illness.

Prepare to be surprised and to have new hope. There is much you can do to conquer denial.

ISBN

978096771892751995

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

CD 255 AMA 2007

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Author

Gagnon, Michelle (Writer)

Kohwai & Young Publications (Illustrator)

Place of Publication

Montreal, QC

Publisher

Tormont Publications Inc.

Publication Date

2000

Physical Description

Board book: 14 pages human body charts; 16 six-sided block puzzles ; Two-sided jigsaw puzzle; Anatomy trivia game cards; 33 page activity book; 1 human skeleton poster.

Subject

Anatomy/Physiology-Atlases. Pictorial Works

Abstract

Learn all about what's inside the human body and the major systems that make it up: bones & muscles, the heart and circulation, the brain and the senses, respiration, digestion, and reproduction. With this atlas, kids can: Arrange and rearrange block puzzles to get six pictures revealing the inside of the human body; Consult the poster of the human skeleton; and check out the Busybodies Activity Book. Kids can also challenge their minds with anatomy trivia cards and refine their powers of observation by putting together your two-sided jigsaw puzzle.

Notes

Ages 7 and up

ISBN

2764109946

Language

English

Material Type

Kit

Call Number

AC 05 GAG 2000

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Author

Kay, Verla

Gustavson, Adam (Illustrator)

Place of Publication

Berkeley, CA

Publisher

Tricycle Press

Publication Date

2007

Physical Description

Hardcover: 32 pages

Subject

Gender Reassignment

Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgendered Issues

Children's Self-Identity

LGBT

Abstract

In this picture-book biography, she introduces stagecoach driver Charley Parkhurst, whose astonishing secret was revealed after death: Hold your horses / Huge surprise . . . / He's a woman in disguise. Rhyming couplets follow Parkhurst from orphaned stableboy to Old West legend, known for coarse behavior and consummate driving skill. The pace is sometimes jarring, but Kay admirably distills the facts with the fewest possible words. Young people will quickly understand the unusual freedoms Charley enjoyed, in contrast to those of other women: They were bound by / Petticoats. / Couldn't drive or / Cast their votes. Realistic, oil paintings evoke the period and create a strong character in rough, formidable Charley.

ISBN

9781582461847

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

JUNIOR GA 600 KAY 2007

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Author

Daynes, Katie

King, Colin

Place of Publication

London, UK

Publisher

Usborne Publishing Ltd

Publication Date

2006

Physical Description

16 pages : chiefly color illustrations ; 28 cm.

Series

An Usborne flap book

Subject

Anatomy/Physiology-Atlases. Pictorial Works

Abstract

Anatomical illustrations guide children through the mysteries of the body with revealing lift the flap pages.

ISBN

9780746070055

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

JUNIOR AC 05 DAY 2006

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Author

Goddard, Lionel (Writer, Director, Producer)

Place of Publication

Burnaby, BC

Publisher

Knowlege Network Corporation

Publication Date

2008

Physical Description

1 DVD

Subject

Head Injury (includes brain damage)

Head Injury. Traumatic Brain Injury

Head Injury-Prevention

Young Adults-At-Risk Behaviour

Abstract

This DVD tells the story of three young men living with permanent brain damage as the result of head injuries they suffered pursuing extreme sports. Through their stories, the documentary explores the science of thrill-seeking, and reveals how cultural forces and ignorance are propelling young men to dangerous new heights. Narrated by Olympic Gold Medalist Ross Rebagliati.

Language

English

Material Type

Video

Call Number

FM 330 GOD 2008

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