How to Explain a Diagnosis to a Child: An Interactive Resource Guide for Parents and Professionals

by Arnold, Janet
ISBN: 9780995975804
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Overview

How to Explain a Diagnosis to a Child is a resource to guide parents and professionals through what can be a very sensitive process. This step-by-step guide includes templates and worksheets that can be tailored to meet the individual needs of the child and their families embrace who they are, regardless of a diagnosis. This may include Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD), Learning Disabilities (LDs), Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD), Dyslexia, Cerebral Palsy, etc. This guide may help answer those difficult questions regarding:
- Why parents decide to tell?
- Why parents may not tell?
- When to tell?
- Who should tell?
- What information to share?
- How do I explain?
Sessions include various topics such as celebrating differences, reviewing strengths and challenges, identifying learning style, understanding relationships, addressing questions about a diagnosis and others. This guide may help to build a child's confidence and empower them to advocate for themselves.

  • Format: Trade Paperback
  • Author: Arnold, Janet
  • ISBN: 9780995975804
  • Condition: New
  • Dimensions: 11.00 x 0.15
  • Number Of Pages: 72
  • Publication Year: 2017
Language: English