Raising a Child Who Has a Physical Disability
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DONNA G. ALBRECHT is a past president of the San Francisco Bay Area Muscular Dystrophy Association Executive Committee. She founded a parent support network, and physicians in many hospitals refer families to her for peer counseling. In addition, she has been actively working in community, educational, and medical settings for two decades to help children who have physical disabilities.

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"YOUR CHILD HAS A PROBLEM".

The Diagnostic Process.

When to Get a Second Opinion.

Learning to Live with It.

Should You Consult a Psychological Therapist?

Building Your Medical Team.

GETTING ON WITH LIFE.

Day-to-Day Coping Strategies.

Living Life to the Fullest.

School Daze.

Keeping Good Records.

Choosing Medical Equipment and Suppliers.

Planning for Emergencies.

Handling Your Child's Hospitalizations.

When Home Is Away from Home.

DETAILS OF DAILY LIVING.

Personal Hygiene.

Skin Care and Protection.

Handling Medications and Food Restrictions.

Choosing Attractive, Functional Clothing.

Responsibilities You Must Fulfill.

Appendices.

Index.
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