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A cradle-to-grave guide to female autistic experience combining personal accounts with academic research, with chapters on childhood, education, employment, healthcare, gender identity and ageing.

* Selected as One of the Best Books of the 21st Century by The New York Times * * WINNER of the National Book Critics Circle Award * Books for a Better Life Award * The New York Times Book Review’s 10 Best Books of the Year * This masterpiece by the National Book Award–winning author of The Noonday Demon features stories of parents who not only learn to deal with their exceptional children, but also find profound meaning in doing so—“a brave, beautiful book that will expand your humanity” (People).Solomon’s startling proposition in Far from the Tree is that being exceptional is at the core of the human condition—that difference is what unites us. He writes about families coping with deafness, dwarfism, Down syndrome, autism, schizophrenia, or multiple severe disabilities; with children who are prodigies, who are conceived in rape, who become criminals, who are transgender. While each of these characteristics is potentially isolating, the experience of difference within families is universal, and Solomon documents triumphs of love over prejudice in every chapter. All parenting turns on a crucial question: to what extent should parents accept their children for who they are, and to what extent they should help them become their best selves. Drawing on ten years of research and interviews with more than three hundred families, Solomon mines the eloquence of ordinary people facing extreme challenges. Elegantly reported by a spectacularly original and compassionate thinker, Far from the Tree explores how people who love each other must struggle to accept each other—a theme in every family’s life.

"Jeg er da normal - Et godt liv som spastiker" er en fortælling om at væreanderledes og alligevel skabe sig det liv, man drømmer om. Bogen er oplagt for unge med spastisk lammelse eller andrefysiskehandicap, men også deres forældre, søskende og venner kan få meget ud af at læse den, lige som fagpersonale kan hente stor inspiration og forståelse i Krestens historie.

This Guide is a must-have for anyone looking to improve their physical and mental health. This book provides step-by-step instructions for safe and effective chair yoga practices that are accessible to all seniors, regardless of their fitness level or mobility.With detailed guidance on breath work, postures, and relaxation techniques, this book teaches readers how to connect with their bodies and minds, reduce stress and anxiety, and increase strength, flexibility, and balance. It also includes modifications for various injuries and chronic conditions, as well as partner and assisted poses for added support. In this book you'll discover:Mind-blowing benefits of yogaLow-impact, gentle and safe exercises tailored explicitly for seniors like youHow to incorporate regular exercise into you daily routine effectively How to relief stress, relax, achieve better mental clarity and even sleep betterWhy you need to warm and how to do that in proper wayHow to boost your physical and mental health with special breathing techniquesIf you want to achieve peace, meditation, purity, harmony, self-discipline, increased immunity, better flexibility and strength, and more spiritual depth, then this book will encourage you to grab a mat, a block, a towel, and a water bottle ASAP!

Villy blev kun 43 år gammel. Levede et omtumlet liv med fysisk handicap der bevirkede skæv skolestart, flytning fra trygge omgivelser til København, mobning, forældrenes skilsmisse og tilbage til hjemegnen, hvor han aldrig kom i gang med noget. Forfatteren, der er Villys halvbror, fortæller, ved at opsøge de gamle steder, med vendsysselsk underfundig humor, om deres fælles oplevelser i drenge- og ungdomsårene. Villy rages herefter ind i meget dramatiske begivenheder, og hans død er for meget for Lau og Linda, der slet ikke kan klare at leve videre. Bogen er baseret på erindringer, dog krydret med fiktion.

"Third Ear braids together personal narrative with scholarly inquiry to examine the power of listening to build interpersonal empathy and social transformation. A child of Holocaust survivors, Rosner shares stories from growing up in a home where six languages were spoken to interrogate how diverse areas of scholarship such as psychotherapy, neurolinguistics, and creativity can illuminate the complex ways we are impacted by the sounds and silences of others"--

Auf dem Fußballplatz verlor Jonathan das Bewusstsein. Er erhielt die Diagnose einer schweren Herzerkrankung: Das waren sicher nicht Jonathans Pläne, als er 2008 mit gerade einmal 14 Jahren auf sein Leben blickte.Unzählige Krankenhausaufenthalte, Operationen und Rückschläge musste er verkraften und hat trotzdem nie den Mut verloren. Auch nicht, als sein Herz eines Tages aufhörte zu schlagen. Nur eine Herztransplantation konnte sein Leben retten! In seinem Buch berichtet Jonathan, wie er die letzten 15 Jahre mit seiner Herzerkrankung überlebte und welchen Herausforderungen er sich stellen musste. Wir alle haben nur ein Leben und dafür lohnt es sich zu kämpfen - Jonathan nahm diesen Kampf an!

What a bad day! Jake has a terrible day at school.I try to open my milk. SPLASH!After lunch, I struggle with the computer mouse.SWERVE! SWIVEL! SHAKE!The afternoon with Gramma doesn't start out much better.Playing video games helps me relax. I try to hold the controller still...SHAKE! JUGGLE! JIGGLE! JUMP!I drop the controller and punch the pillow beside me.But Gramma has other plans.Gramma hugs me. "Let's make cookies!""Turn up the music, Jake. I love this song!"I giggle as Gramma limps into a jig.SHAKE! SASHAY! SHIMMY!Sometimes his Essential Tremor overwhelms Jake. An afternoon with Gramma in "Shaky Quaky Jake" gives him a chance to regroup. The compassionate relationship between Jake and Gramma is heartwarming, and children learn a lot about how struggling with a disability can still lead to a better day... tomorrow.TIMELESS TOPIC: Classic with the wisdom of a grandparent but with a fresh look at a little-known disability, this book touches on truly universal topics. Kindness, acceptance, inclusion, and imagination are front and center as the main character struggles to find his place in his classroom and, ultimately, life.READ ALOUD: This picture book is perfect for read-aloud occasions, bedtime, or any moment a kid needs cheering up and being reminded that with perseverance and imagination, you can solve any problem, and thinking outside the box can be the answer if you are not afraid to step into the unknown and just do it!SELF-RELIANCE: This book also emphasizes the value of remaining positive in facing life's various difficulties. You can be upset and still be a regular person; you can have a bad day with all the entailing emotions.REASSURANCE: Perfect for kids who are nervous about their struggles with a disability and any child who has less-than-ideal moments in life. The best we can do is keep trying!EDUCATIONAL INFO INCLUDED: The author's note tells a little about Essential Tremor. The back of the book includes a bonus list of how to RESPECT others.Perfect for:A read-aloud option for parents, teachers, and librarians looking at books about overcoming adversity and persistence in everyday life.Reassuring book for kids who experience anxiety or struggle to get through bad days.Fans of books that celebrate big feelings and triumphs in everyday life.

Mission AstroAccess is an organization dedicated to promoting disability inclusion in space exploration. In October 2021, the pilot cohort of Disabled Ambassadors were launched into orbit on a Zero Gravity Corporation parabolic flight to experience weightlessness and investigate microgravity accessibility solutions. The second AstroAccess Flight will take place on November 19, 2022, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Volume II of Mission AstroAccess explores various topics related to the inclusion of individuals with disabilities in space travel, as well as considering how those that experience the world differently than us quite often have creative and innovative solutions to our challenges.

The book further delves into the practical aspects of stroke recovery, discussing the use of assistive devices and adaptive techniques to improve mobility, communication, and daily living activities. It provides strategies for addressing cognitive challenges, such as memory and attention difficulties, and offers cognitive rehabilitation exercises to promote mental acuity.Recognizing the significance of social reintegration, the book explores reconnecting with family and friends, joining support groups, and rebuilding independence and participation in the community. Benefits of this bookLearn about the physical, emotional, and cognitive effects of strokeDiscover effective rehabilitation strategies for regaining movement, speech, and cognitive functionGet practical advice for managing the emotional impact of stroke, including depression and anxietyExplore the role of technology and assistive devices in stroke recoveryDiscover tips and strategies for rebuilding relationships, finding purpose, and enjoying life after a strokeThe stroke and brain injury recovery activity book is a comprehensive and engaging resource designed to support individuals on their journey to recovery after a stroke or brain injury.This thoughtfully crafted book offers a wide range of stimulating activities, exercises, and puzzles tailored to promote cognitive, physical, and emotional healing.

Nearly two decades of living with and writing about life with chronic illness compiled and distilled into often moving, sometimes funny, always poignant and useful essays by Trevis L Gleason.

Optimizing Brain Power is a comprehensive guide for family members unfamiliar with the benefits of hearing healthcare and its profound influence on the well-being of aging relatives. Do you have concerns about how your loved one's hearing loss affects their social life, family activities, or involvement in the community?If you have experienced a family member with dementia or cognitive decline, you may be seeking ways to help them mitigate the increased risks associated with hearing loss. However, navigating this unfamiliar territory can seem overwhelming at first.Are you worried that their hearing loss impacts their attitude and behavior?Optimizing Brain Power aims to empower you with the knowledge and confidence needed to assist your family members in making informed decisions about early treatment for hearing loss.By addressing your most asked questions about hearing loss, cognitive decline, and the importance of early intervention, 'Optimizing Brain Power' becomes an accessible and valuable resource. Its user-friendly format allows easy reading and serves as a quick reference throughout your journey to enhance your family member's quality of life through active aging.

This book tells the stories of disabled people who have been influential in creating modern mass media.

Heart Love to Head Love is a daunting and unconventional coming-of-age story frame against the backdrop of managing loved ones with the onset of a debilitating neurocognitive disorder. Two blended families find themselves forced to face and conquer the reality of caregiving in its rawest form. Their collective creativity and resilience intersect beautifully to untangle the complexities of their new normal, particularly in relation to two major characters who start out as strangers and end up connected in the most unusual way. Family dynamics, memory care issues, health decisions, planning for the future, and day-to-day survival, mixed in with good old-fashioned fun, are topics that evolve through this American love story. The work is hard but the balancing act is a story worth telling.

Love, Jesus: Letters of Divine Hope for Tinnitus Sufferers provides words of wisdom and comfort for anyone struggling with tinnitus.Set out as a series of letters, the book imagines what Jesus might say to us at those points in our tinnitus journey when we struggle to put one foot in front of the other.Each letter is accompanied by an illustrated quote from scripture that demonstrates the hope that God offers to each and every one of us.These are letters to hold close to your heart. Keep them in your nightstand, your car, your bag, or your desk drawer at work, and take them out whenever you need to remind yourself that Jesus is with you every moment of your suffering."Lisa's book moved me deeply. As someone whose life was touched briefly by ringing in the ears, I could recognise the feelings she exposed: the despair, the guilt, the hopelessness. But this book goes even further. Lisa has taken her personal experience of walking through tinnitus, and shares the secrets Jesus taught her on the way. Written in the form of letters, titled for easy reference, she speaks God's infinite wisdom and love. If you have a friend who suffers with tinnitus, this book is a gift which will give them hope and one that they will return to many times. Lisa has given the church a tool which will touch many hearts!" Joy Vee, Author of Benaiah and the Kindness Tree"As a Tinnitus Management Audiologist, I find some tinnitus materials are a bit too doom and gloom for many of my patients. Now having a resource for those who find comfort in scripture and prayer is another tool to recommend for a segment of my patients. Lisa has created a beautiful resource of reflection with Jesus who is compassionate along the tinnitus sufferer's journey. The imagery, the chosen passages and the reflection in each section help match the need and mood of the reader. I now have another extraordinary tool in helping Christian patients with managing their tinnitus." Judy Huch, AuD. Oro Valley Audiology, Holistic Audiology.

The ultimate guide to rediscovering your identity and finding joy in life as a chronically ill person. Full of practical tips and personal stories from award-winning disabled advocate Pippa Stacey.

Home Care and Safety, associated conditions, problem areas, treatment options, behavioral, emotional consequences, realistic goals, future expectations, resources, brain training, safety practices, Rehabilitation exercises, are covered. Provided for readers is a safety checklist that is so helpful in setting up a safe environment at home and rehab throughout daily activity. Understanding conditions with safety, care, rehabilitation at home, ongoing communication of those affected is the primary focus.This book compiles researching current health care and home care nursing or caretaker assistant practices emphasizing safety with reviewing valuable lessons. This comprehensive off grid guide, you will be able to:A clear understanding of the stages of stroke recoveryKnowledge of the types of rehabilitation services and techniques availableGuidance on exercise and physical activity for stroke prevention and recoveryTips for managing emotional and psychological effects of strokeInformation on community resources and support groupsFinally, Stroke Recovery concludes with inspiring stories of stroke recovery, real-life success stories, and motivational testimonials that serve as beacons of hope, encouragement, and inspiration for readers as they embark on their own recovery journeys.

This book may serve as a comprehensive guide for those embarking on their own dialysis journey. Whether you are a patient, a caregiver, or a loved one, this book will offer practical advice, tips, and strategies to help you manage the physical, emotional, and practical aspects of dialysis.

David Potter, writing on the subject of narrative validity and historiography in the Classics, cites Pliny the Younger recounting a story heard at a dinner party, I trust the person who told it, although what is truth to poets? Still, the person who told the story is one of whom you might think well if you were to write history. (9.33.1, qtd. in Potter 5) Pliny's good-natured remark seems to question the truthfulness of poets while at the same time crediting this particular poet with a kind of cultural reliability. What is poetic truth, anyway? In "Ode on a Grecian Urn" John Keats equates truth with beauty (Ferguson et al. 939). Shelley, of course, famously claims in the last line of A Defence of Poetry that "Poets are the unacknowledged legislators of the world" (568). In "Asphodel, That Greeny Flower," William Carlos Williams claims that poetry contains truth essential to our survival: "It is difficult/to get the news from poems/yet men die miserably every day/for lack of what is found there" (Ferguson et al. 1283). Taoists say that "knowledge of Tao lodges in the same part of the mind as poetry," which is why ancient Taoist texts like the Tao te Ching are often written in verse: "There is the same quick perception" (Deng, 365 Tao 63).

D is for Different: An ABC Guide for Disabilities and Differences is your helpful guide for loving, appreciating, all things unique helping to uplift children and families with special needs.Letters I, Q, and W are devoted to our little supporters with big personalities that live with differences everyday.Inside ABC Disability there are visuals that represent different abilities, while educating, and encouraging the reader. This book not only has characters that represent those with different abilities and conditions but represent diversity in many forms.Children and families of all abilities and cultures can learn and engage in the helpful guide to love and appreciate all things unique. With the different levels of vocabulary and added glossary, the book will be helpful to you and your child for years to come!By practicing positive affirmation tasks daily, evidence suggests increased self-esteem and self awareness. Reading literature that promote social emotional topics allow for your child and students become more empathetic toward others.Pair our book with the D is for Different: Affirmation Coloring Workbook. This workbook will allow you to create powerful and positive statements about yourself! When creating and stating these mantras you will affirm your self worth and over all well being! Be as simple or creative as you like! Be inspired while coloring & bring your book to life!Learn more about Kirby's Korner, Incorporated at kirbyskorner.org!

Introducing "The Balance Factor: Exploring the Effects of Balance Training in COPD Rehabilitation"In the realm of books, where knowledge intertwines with purpose, there are certain journeys that hold immeasurable worth. As a book distributor, it is my pleasure to assure you, without further ado, that this is one such journey-a voyage worth embarking upon. "The Balance Factor" ventures into uncharted territories, illuminating the effects of balance training in the rehabilitation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).In the words of Ernest Hemingway, "Every man's life ends the same way. It is only the details of how he lived and how he died that distinguish one man from another." These words echo through the pages, revealing the profound impact of COPD on the global population. Affecting millions, this disease emerges as the fifth leading cause of mortality, claiming 5% of all lives. Its reach spans continents, engulfing 65 million individuals worldwide-a staggering number that projects it to become the third most common cause of death by 2030.Within the grasp of these pages, we delve into the multifaceted challenges faced by COPD patients-challenges that strip away their functionality, their mobility, their very essence of life. The pathophysiological intricacies are further complicated by the passage of time, as aging intertwines with the already burdensome journey. It is here, amidst these trials, that an often overlooked threat emerges-the risk of falling. With a prevalence of 40% and an incidence of 1.17 per person per year, the specter of falls casts a shadow over those living with COPD.Factors converge, contributing to this perilous dance-decreased lower limb muscular strength, gait and balance deficits, depression, cognitive impairments, nutritional depletion, malnutrition, and even reliance on a wheelchair. Yet, within this vast landscape of challenges, a glimmer of hope arises-the power of balance training. Like a steady hand guiding a wavering compass, this training offers potential for rehabilitation, enhancing stability, and ultimately improving the lives of those battling COPD.In the Ernest Hemingway style, each word carries weight, each sentence pulses with resilience. The author's narrative weaves through the intricate web of scientific knowledge, presenting it in a manner that captivates and inspires. With each turn of the page, "The Balance Factor" invites readers to witness the fusion of science and compassion, where balance becomes a gateway to reclaiming independence and embracing life to the fullest.Join us on this transformative expedition, where the pursuit of balance illuminates a path of empowerment and resilience. "The Balance Factor" serves as a beacon of hope, guiding the way toward rehabilitation and improved quality of life for those living with COPD. Let these pages be a testament to the power of perseverance and the immeasurable impact that lies within the realm of balance training.