商品簡介
As a parent of special needs child, how can you balance your time and attention so that all of your children feel special? Raising happy and healthy children is both rewarding and demanding in the best of circumstances, but when one child has special needs, new challenges arise, not only for the parents, but for the siblings as well. Flavors for Everyone provides an insider's viewby a neuropsychologist who is also the mother of a special needs soninto the complex problems that these families face when raising children with different abilities and personalities, and then offers practical solutions for families to implement. Key issues addressed include: Explaining "special needs" to children of any age Dealing with the unique challenges and obstacles siblings face Maintaining balance to accommodate daily life demands Handling sibling rivalry and overcoming resentments Scheduling one-on-one time with each child Validating feelings and encouraging self-expression Fostering compassion and inclusion Sharing and teaching responsibility Building self-esteem When and how to seek outside help Creating a strong support network Keeping communication open and strong Finding ways to enjoy time together as a family in and outside the home Each chapter includes summary points that can be used as a quick reference for times when life turns stressful or unpredictable. Examples from the author's own experiences, as well as those of families she has counseled, are provided throughout the book to reinforce key concepts. In addition, spouses and partners will discover ways to work together more effectively, divide and handle responsibilities equitably, confront challenges and alleviate stresses through open communication, and still find time to relax and remain whole, together and independently. When taking children to an ice cream shop, there are many flavors to suit every taste. And like ice cream, Flavors for Everyone understands that each child is distinct and special, and these differences can be acknowledged and valued positively with love and delight. Presented with a realistic yet upbeat perspective, parents are encouraged to recognize their own strengthsand each child's unique characteristicsto foster personal development in all family members. Through acceptance and shared experiences, siblings learn to appreciate each other as they grow up together and mature into compassionate young adults.
作者簡介
Barbara Lauer-Listhaus, Psy. D. received her doctorate in Clinical Psychology at Yeshiva University Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology and post-doctoral training in Adolescent and Adult Neuropsychology at the International Center for the Disabled in New York City. She was instrumental in developing an inclusive Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) program for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Currently, she is an Adjunct Professor in the Marriage and Family Therapy Masters Program at Kean University and has a private practice in New Jersey where she counsels children, adolescents and adults with a wide range of mental health issues. Dr. Lauer-Listhaus serves as a consultant and board member for several special needs organizations and speaks nationally on topics relating to marital and sibling issues in special needs families. She is the mother of four adult children and has two grandchildren.
