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ADD/ADHD

Allergy

Asperger's Syndrome

Title Asperger Marriage, An Author Gisela & Christopher Slater-Walker Year Published 2002 ISBN 1-84310-017-7 Back Cover “Five years ago Chris was diagnosed with Asperger Syndrome. For Chris, this was an explanation of why he had always regarded himself as socially handicapped. For Gisela, it meant coming to terms with a marriage in which there would never be an intuitive understanding despite Chris’s good intentions.” Our Review Readable. Thought provoking. Many Autistic sons may have undiagnosed autistic fathers. Recommended to me by one of the family support workers at Autism London. Jan LB. ©

Title Eating an Artichoke Author Echo R Fling Year Published 2000 ISBN 1-85302-711-1 Back Cover "[Echo's] biography of [her son] Jimmy will be a tribute to his courage and bravery and of great value to fellow parents and professionals who seek an understanding of Asperger Syndrome." Our Review When I read this I kept saying “But how did she know?” She told her son’s story but it was my son’s story too, right down to the troubles with packed lunches and Thomas the Tank Engine. Wow! Jan LB. ©

Title Pretending to be Normal Author Liane Holliday Willey Year Published 1999 ISBN 1-85302-749-9 Back Cover "[This book] tells the story of a woman who, after years of self-doubt and self-denial, learned to embrace her Asperger's Syndrome traits with thanksgiving and joy." Our Review Worth a read if you recognise your children’s difficulties in your own or other family members experiences. Jan LB. ©

Autism/PDD

Diet

Dyslexia

Title Computers and Dyslexia Author Chris Singleton Year Published 1994 ISBN Back Cover “Dyslexia is a hidden handicap which can cause great frustration. Computer use is a powerful way of helping dyslexic learners of all ages to fulfil their potential through success and improved self-esteem. [This book] provides an overview of the best in current technology and educational practice, and previews the most promising new developments in computer applications for dyslexia and special needs.” Our Review When someone from iANSYST came to teach my son about his new computer, my dyslexic daughter watched with ever wider eyes – access to Dyslexia specific computer software and hardware has given her new belief in herself and new hope for her educational future. There may be more up to date books than this but it is a good basic on computing for dyslexic students.

Title Dyslexia and Stress Author T R Miles and Ved Varma Year Published 1997 ISBN 1-897635-22-2 Back Cover "Most of us experience stress at some time in our lives, but experience suggests that dyslexics are particularly vulnerable to it. This is the first book to present documented evidence on this subject. The book comprises a series of essays on stress in dyslexics at different ages and in a variety of circumstances." Our Review Being Dyslexic in a literate world is extremely stressful like being blind in a sighted world or deaf in a hearing world. Clinical Psychologist Dr Gerald Hales' chapter is well worth a read and he is well worth listening to if you get the chance – he is a thought provoking and entertaining speaker. Jan LB. ©

Title Dyslexia Handbook, The Author Mike Johnson and Lindsay Peer Year Published 2003 ISBN 1-872653-33-2 Back Cover “A compendium of articles, checklists, resources and contacts for dyslexic people, their families and teachers. The Dyslexia Handbook is substantially updated and revised each year.” Our Review An annual collection of vital information for parents of dyslexic kids. Jan LB. ©

Title Overcoming Dyslexia Author Dr Bevé Hornsby Year Published 1997 ISBN 0-09-181320-4 Back Cover "Dr Bevé Hornsby combines her experience as a psychologist, teacher and speech therapist to specialise in helping children with dyslexia. She has written this excellent book for them, their families and schools in order that the problems of dyslexia can be understood and tackled effectively." Our Review This is widely regarded as the best standard text to provide help and hope for dyslexic kids. Jan LB. ©

General Medical

Learning Disabilities

ME/CFS

Other

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