Keys to Parenting a Child With Down's Syndrome

by Brill, Marlene Targ

• ISBN13: 9780812014587
• ISBN10: 0812014588
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 1993-03-01
• Publisher: B E S Pub Co

Summary

Explains the symptoms and causes of Down Syndrome, tells how to adjust to life with a Down Syndrome child, and offers practical advice on care

Table of Contents

Introduction	v
Part One-Understanding Down Syndrome
What Is a Baby with Down Syndrome Like?	1	(4)
What Is Down Syndrome?	5	(4)
What Causes Down Syndrome?	9	(3)
Why Be Informed?	12	(3)
Myths and Facts About Down Syndrome	15	(3)
Part Two-Adjusting to a Child with Down Syndrome
Dealing with Your Feelings	18	(4)
Dealing with Family, Friends, and Strangers	22	(3)
Parents Talking with Other Parents	25	(3)
Seeking Professional Support	28	(5)
Part Three-Balancing Family Relationships
Making Each Person Special	33	(2)
You and Your Spouse	35	(4)
Understanding Sibling Reactions	39	(4)
Respite Care	43	(3)
Should We Have Another Child?	46	(4)
Part Four-Your Child's Total Well-Being
Will My Child Grow Healthy?	50	(4)
Working with the Medical Community	54	(4)
Birth Irregularities	58	(4)
Common Health Problems	62	(5)
Mental Development	67	(4)
Part Five-Raising a Child with Down Syndrome
Early Development	71	(5)
How Will My Child Progress?	76	(4)
Organizing for Success	80	(4)
Tips for Managing Behavior and Discipline	84	(5)
Part Six-Your Child's Learning
Your Child's Right to Education-It's the Law	89	(4)
Your Rights as a Parent	93	(4)
Evaluation	97	(3)
IFSP and IEP	100	(4)
Early Intervention Programs	104	(4)
Tips to Encourage Your Baby s Progress	108	(3)
Parents and Professionals as Partners	111	(4)
Is Mainstreaming Right for My Child?	115	(5)
Tips to Help Your Child Learn	120	(5)
Assistive Technology	125	(3)
Part Seven-Your Child's Future
Making Friends	128	(4)
Developing Interests	132	(3)
Sex Education	135	(4)
Transition Planning	139	(3)
The World of Work	142	(5)
Living Arrangements	147	(5)
Financial Assistance	152	(3)
Financial and Estate Planning	155	(5)
Letting Go	160	(28)
Questions and Answers	163	(3)
Glossary	166	(9)
Appendix
Activities to Promote Your Baby's Development	175	(5)
What Others Want to Know About Your Child	180	(5)
Special Note for Grandparents	185	(3)
Suggested Reading	188	(4)
Resources	192	(5)
Index	197