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Book SynopsisParents and teachers often struggle with the advice given by occupational therapists regarding support for children with Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD). What makes this book unique is the exploration of secrets that professionals sometimes hold close.This book helps us see the big picture: A child's strengths, sensory differences, the family's role, and ways to support children in any context. The authors illuminate the complexities of choosing appropriate strategies and offer a framework to make creating a sensory lifestyle manageable.This invaluable resource, updated and in a new edition, provides cost-effective, functional, and on-the-spot problem-solving tips to use at home, at school, or in a community setting with children with sensory issues. Any parent, teacher, or therapist can learn the common-sense strategies in this book to help a child with sensory or motor skill issues.Table of Contents Dr. Miller's Story Doreit's Story Lisa's Story Chapter 1 Introduction: What is the big secret? Focus on success/joie de vivre/relationships/engagement and functional goals working with parents Meet parents at their own individual level of understanding Kris's story Parental Hopes for therapy outcomes Chapter 2-The Dimensional approach to Understanding SPD Current Nosology or Classification of SPD Moving to a Dimensional Approach to Understanding SPD Chapter 3 Neurological Underpinning of A SECRET Scientific Foundations of A SECRET The Science Behind Play and Relationships The Magic of Hide-and-seek How Relationships Build Self-regulation So how does this relate to our kids with SPD? How does this relate to older kids and adults? What about the caregiver? Chapter 4 Intro to Evaluation Intro to current and upcoming assessments: SP3D, EASI, Goal Attainment Scaling The use of impact statements in evaluation reports How sensory processing challenges impact function Chapter 5 Intro to Treatment Chapter 6 Attunement Overview of the construct Discussion of strategies Personal Story Reflection Example strategies Chapter 7 Sensation Overview of the construct Discussion of strategies Personal Story Reflection Example strategies Chapter 8 Emotion Regulation Overview of the construct Discussion of strategies Personal Story Reflection Example strategies Chapter 9 Culture Overview of the construct Discussion of strategies Personal Story Reflection Example strategies Chapter 10 Relationship Overview of the construct Discussion of strategies Personal Story Reflection Example strategies Chapter 11 Environment Overview of the construct Discussion of strategies Personal Story Reflection Example strategies Chapter 12 Task Overview of the construct Discussion of strategies Personal Story Reflection Example strategies Chapter 13 Conclusion References

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Book SynopsisHeidi Mavir is a late-identified, neurodivergent adult. She is a public speaker, advocate, author of Your Child Is Not Broken, podcaster, and parent to an autistic/ADHD teenager. A trained Mental Health First Aider and CPD Accredited Trauma-Informed Professional, Heidi uses her knowledge, learning, and experience to help other parents and carers to become powerful advocates for their neurodivergent kids. She has built an online community of over 6000 families, supported by parent professionals and SEN advocates, who want to improve opportunities for autistic learners. Heidi has been featured in The Sunday Times, The Guardian , and BBC National News. She founded EOTAS MATTERS to support families like hers whose children and young people need education outside a school setting.

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Book SynopsisIntroducing a breakthrough, integrative approach to managing your borderline personality disorder (BPD). If you've been diagnosed with BPD you may feel a number of emotions - including shock, shame, sadness, abandonment, emptiness, or even anger. Even worse, you may be tempted to research your diagnosis online, only to find doomsday scenarios and terrible prognoses everywhere you click. Take a deep breath. You can get through this - and this workbook will help guide you. Despite what you may have read or been told, BPD is not the worst thing that can happen to you. Like many mental health issues, it manifests on a continuum and while some people may experience extreme symptoms and consequences on one end, others may be less affected on the other. What do you all have in common? You likely experience difficulty balancing your emotions, thoughts and behaviours that disrupt how you see yourself and the success you have in relationships. And you may even have trouble seeing yourself clearly - continuously switching from the hero to the villain of the story you've written about your life. So, how can you make sense of it all and start on the road to healing? Rather than utilizing a one-size-fits-all treatment, this ground-breaking and comprehensive workbook meets you where you are on your therapeutic journey and provides an integrative approach to treating BPD drawing on evidence-based dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and interpersonal therapy. With this compassionate workbook, you'll gain a greater understanding of your BPD, uncover your own emotional triggers and discover your own personal motivators for positive change. Your BPD has determined how you see and live your life but it doesn't have to define you forever. With this workbook as your guide, you'll be ready to face your diagnosis head-on, and take those important first steps toward lasting wellness.

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Book SynopsisWhen your child dysregulates, half the battle is managing your own response. In the moment, you're at the mercy of many competing feelings: embarrassment, fear, panic, exhaustion. Being able to recognise your own triggers and behaviours in order to stay calm and provide the best support to your child, is not a skill that comes easily. Helping parents and carers to reflect on themselves, think about how they manage sensory meltdowns and give them some simple ideas on how to manage their own emotions in order to help their child, this is a short and simple guide for those that parent or care for a child with sensory needs, or a sensory processing disorder (SPD). Drawing on Porges' polyvagal theory, and using easy-to-follow animal analogies, this will empower parents to build empathy for their child, and themselves.Trade ReviewIt is always great to find a book that is practical, easy to use but still full of compassion and understanding. This book does all that. In our practise we like to share practical ideas with the parents and teachers we support and I will be definitely be recommending this book to others and using some of the ideas to support the children we work with. -- Tessa Morton, founder of Act for AutismThis book needed to be written. I have seen families suddenly believe that they can negotiate the day-to-day life of a child with sensory issues, which in turn has become life changing for the whole family. Tanya has made this readable, understandable and accessible. Something that is not easy for such a complex subject. I cannot endorse it highly enough and I encourage you to take the plunge, buy the book and breath a sigh of relief. -- Noni Farrelly, RGN Co-Founder and CEO of Growbaby InternationalIn "Sensory Parenting for Sensory Children", Tanya brings together her expertise as an occupational therapist and her lived experience as a mother of a child with sensory needs. The result is an engaging and compassionate resource that not only gives a parent insight into their kid's behaviour and struggles, but also strategies to make a real difference. As a parent with sensory kids, this has been life-changing for our whole family and this gem of a book is something I will keep referring back to as our children grow. -- Kirby Greathead, Parent of sensory childrenInformative, compassionate and full of practical ideas, Parenting a Sensory Child is the missing link in empowering parents to look after themselves. When you are the best version of yourself, your child will be the best version of themself. -- Karen Garner, Director and Owner of Sensory Smart Child Therapies

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Book SynopsisA groundbreaking, long overdue book that explains how to identify your autistic child's strengths and abilities and then use them as a tool for social communication, improved learning, and overall growth.The strengths of children and young adults diagnosed with ASD are commonly overlooked, even by trained professionals. Outdated attitudes, lack of sufficient training and an overreliance on standardised testing works against recognising their capabilities.Focusing on the importance of motivation strategies, Hidden Strengths shows you how to build on every autistic child's interests and strengths. Through real-life stories of individuals whose innate abilities blossomed once they were acknowledged, this book dispels unhelpful stereotypes and will help you unlock your child's potential. It also aims to educate the wider community in how to support, accept and embrace the gifts autistic individuals offer. 'Will help both parents and teachers find and develop a child's unique skills in memory, music, math, art, and attention to details. Development of these skills can lead to both a more rewarding life and possible careers' Temple Grandin, PhD, New York Times bestselling authorTrade ReviewWill help both parents and teachers find and develop a child's unique skills * Temple Grandin, PhD, Professor, Colorado State University, Author of Visual Thinking: The Hidden Gifts of People Who Think in Pictures, Patterns, and Abstraction *Does an outstanding job of helping parents recognize the strengths of their children * Edwin H Cook Jr MD, UIC Distinguished Professor of Psychiatry, University of Illinois at Chicago *A must-have for all parents of autistic children looking for effective ways to find and nurture their child's unique strengths * Angela Scarpa, Ph.D., Professor of Psychology and Director of the Virginia Tech Autism Clinic & Center for Autism Research *Provide[s] a practical and inspirational guide for parents and caregivers raising children on the spectrum. I could not agree more with the premise. * Daniel Geschwind M.D. Ph.D, Neurology Psychiatry and Human Genetics at UCLA *Well written and understandable, this volume will become must-reading in the field * Fred R Volkmar MD, Irving B. Harris Professor Of Child Psychiatry, Pediatrics, and Psychology Yale University *Rarely have I seen a text that more strongly and decisively demolishes into smithereens the harmful and self-fulfilling societal belief that autism is a lifetime sentence of disability * Ami Klin, PhD. Director, Marcus Autism Center *Provide[s] families with a wide range of valuable strategies and supports that can be used to help autistic children nurture their talents, succeed academically, and improve their overall quality of life * Zack Williams, autistic self-advocate and autism researcher *Provides excellent guidance to parents in their journey of supporting their children and making sure they reach their full potential * Antonio Hardan, MD, Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Stanford University School of Medicine *Will be illuminating and inspiring to all who seek a deeper understanding of autism * John R. Weisz, Ph.D., ABPP, Professor, Department of Psychology, Faculty of Arts & Sciences, Harvard University *A essential read for families, professionals and people with ASD * Stephen Camarata, PhD , Professor of Hearing and Speech Sciences and a Professor of Psychiatry at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine *

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Book SynopsisWhat if parenting were an act of social justice? In this part story-telling, part self-inquiry book, authors and therapists Jaya Ramesh and Priya Saaral situate parenting children of colour with neurodivergence within the context of various interlocking systems of oppression including settler colonialism, White supremacy, ableism, and capitalism. These intersections engender isolation and loneliness. Using the voices of parents on the front lines and other experts, Parenting at the Intersections offer an invitation to parents to slow down and reflect on their own parenting journeys. When parents can be given space to listen to their own voices, to connect with their children, and find community with others, they can find the most radical ways to disrupt systems of oppression.Trade ReviewParenting at the Intersections is what can happen when the primary relationship of parents and children is witnessed with complexity, care, and dignity. . . In these pages we are welcomed into a dynamism of cultural humility and lived authority. Priya and Jaya built for us a space of inquiry where conscious community can show up for every kind of family, where every family can be supported to hold every child in the way each child needs to be held - and where collectives can choose resilient grace, reliable vitality, and committed connection - over simple perfectionism. As they examine the ways in which ableism, ageism, racism, economic injustice, and other layers of oppression press in to interfere with authentic relationship, they guide us to bold efficacy in countering these forces in the most immediate zones of our lives. This is a work of courageous creativity and joy." - Dr. Leticia Nieto, author of Beyond Empowerment, Beyond Inclusion"Parenting at the Intersections is a book about belonging. Belonging in the face of disconnection, migration trauma, colonial wounding, and neurodivergence. Belonging in ways that are not always comfortable for caregivers of all kinds to engage in and around. Jaya and Priya invite the reader of this book to re-remember the beauty of difference and the necessity of how to foster and curate our childrens’ differences. They speak of parenting our neurodivergent children of color as an act of liberation from systems of oppression—this in itself addresses the root and tends to the leaves of our youth. This book is a love letter and a form of disruption—this is my favorite kind of rebellion: one rooted in decolonial love." - Jennifer Mullan, PsyD, author of Decolonizing Therapy"Parenting at the Intersections is a wonderful contribution to literature and very needed. Focused on parents raising BIPOC neurodivergent children, the book and its authors invite parents into experience, connect, and grow. There is a pleasing warmth and relational quality that will surely resonate and empower parents and others who read this book. There is much to learn about intersectionality in neurodivergence and this book is a welcome contribution to the knowledge base. The authors cover a lot of ground, and the book includes several lived experience contributions. What a pleasing and informative book to review! I would recommend it to any parent and any professional working with BIPOC neurodivergent children." - Dr. Robert Jason Grant, founder of AutPlay TherapyTable of ContentsPreface Acknowledgments A Note on Language Our Community Members Introduction Part I The Foundations of the Home 1 The Framework 2 Standing at the Intersections: The Contexts We Parent In 3 The Map Is Not The Territory: The Role of Child Development Understanding How Our Children Develop Part II Our Lives Inside the Home 4 Building the Model: Choosing to Parent Differently 5 Uncovering Vibrant Playgrounds: Embracing a Diversity of Play 6 Standing in the Doorway of Adulthood: Parenting Our Adolescents 7 Parenting at the Edge of Understanding: Setting Boundaries with Tech Part III Our Work in the World 8 The Halls of Medicine: Navigating Medical Systems 9 Unlearning the Script: Educating Our Children 10 Dismantling the Pipeline: Protecting Our Children in Justice Systems 11 Finding What Feels Like Home: Building Our Village Part IV Building a Better World 12 A Parenting Love Ethic: An Invitation to Emancipation Notes

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Book SynopsisThis carefully written and illustrated book provides an explanation of pregnancy for people with autism and special education needs and disabilities (SEND). It helps readers to understand the physical processes of pregnancy, as well as important practical information, such as how to stay healthy in pregnancy, antenatal care, the role of the midwife and the involvement of partners.Many people with autism and SEND may want or plan to have children. Many women who have autism, special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) have poor experiences of prenatal and postnatal care and high levels of stress, anxiety and depression or do not disclose their pregnancy until far into their terms due to fears of forced termination. This book frankly explains pregnancy so that the reader has a clear understanding of what constitutes pregnancy, what happens during labour and is aware of their legal right to create a family.

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Book SynopsisHow can I support my child's executive functions?Where do I start with medication? What can I do to start planning my child's future?This guide is a comprehensive and practical look at everything you need to know when parenting a child with ADHD. Beginning with the basics, you'll get to grips with terminology, have popular myths debunked, and learn how to effectively communicate with your child, as well as understand how to work in tandem with schools, medical professionals, partners and your extended family.Exploring everything from how to harness hyperfocus to supporting and nourishing your child's executive functions, this is the ADHD parenting guide to always keep in your back pocket.Trade ReviewI have learned much from Fintan O'Regan over the years and find I continue to do so, having just read the manuscript of this excellent book, written with Zoe Beezer, also a very experienced educationalist. It is full of up-to-date information and practical advice for parents and, indeed, teachers. It is refreshingly modern, accurate and includes findings from very recent research on how one can support a young person with ADHD. The authors relish lists and bullet points which makes it easy to use even if one has limited attention oneself. It deserves to be found (and read) in every household where there is a young person with ADHD. -- Professor Peter Hill, Consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist in private practice

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Book SynopsisPart of the How to Help series of books exploring issues commonly faced by children and young people at home and at school, Developmental Coordination Disorder (Dyspraxia) offers a complete introduction to this complex and often misunderstood topic. DCD (historically sometimes called 'dyspraxia', although this term lacks any formal criteria) is a frequently under-detected condition that chiefly affects physical coordination but also impacts on many other areas of life. It is often seen as an 'enigma' due to the lack of clear consensus regarding definitions and terminology. Seeking to dispel myths about DCD, to improve understanding and to point the way to greater independence and participation for those affected, Sue LLoyd and Laura Graham explore the issues, challenges and experiences commonly faced by a young person with DCD - and how parents, carers, teachers and schools can help.Table of ContentsSeries Preface; About the Authors; Authors' Preface; How to Use This Book Part 1: Introduction 1. What is DCD?; 2. Causes and consequences; 3. Resources and assessment 4. IDEAS for effective support; Ten key things to know about DCD Part 2: DCD in context 5. Motor skills and movement; 6. Motor learning stages and underlying sensory systems; 7. Visual perception; 8. Sensory systems as a foundation for function; 9. Cognitive skills and mental health Part 3: Activities of daily living 10. Motivation and mobility; 11. Dressing and chaining techniques; 12. Shoes and clothing; 13. Washing and grooming; 14. Teeth cleaning and toileting; 15. Eating and drinking Part 4: Home and primary school 16. The parents and the home; 17. Communication, play, leisure and games; 18. Primary school; 19. Literacy and Numeracy; 20. Tools used in the primary classroom; 21. Handwriting and hand dominance; 22. Handwriting: process and product Part 5: Secondary school 23. Secondary school; 24. Basic ideas and IDEAS; 25. Strategies for understanding, organisation and communication; 26. Strengths in drama, music, art and design; 27. Strengths in English, science and mathematics; 28. Study skills and examinations Part 6: Sport, exercise and independence 29. Physical activity and its importance; 30. Movement, practice and feedback; 31. Physical activity at school; 32. Staying healthy; 33. Travel, study and work Part 7: Conclusion 34. Summary; 35. A last word to parents and carers; 36. A last word to teachers and schools

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