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This guide is designed to support you through the caregiving journey, offering tools to stay prepared and find moments of joy along the way. Gain confidence, support your loved one through every stage, and nurture the bond that means so much to you.

Raven Ledger is running from people who blame her for her brother’s crime. The city is grappling with the murders of twenty-one people at Allegheny High School. The news of the shooting is on every television station. The nation is talking about what happened . . . They’re also talking about the shooter’s twin sister who has disappeared. Raven is being hunted by a gang that lost members in the massacre. Her nemesis, Blanco, the girl Raven saved at school that day, leads the chase. Blanco and the other gang members are out for blood and won’t give up until they get revenge.

Master the journey from adolescence to independence in just a few steps, even if societal stereotypes and misunderstandings have made it feel impossible. Many teenagers with autism and their supporters are on this same journey, seeking a compass to navigate the intricate world of adolescence, emotional growth, and eventual independence.

Shari Franke’s childhood was a constant battle for survival. Her mother, Ruby Franke, enforced a severe moral code while maintaining a façade of a picture-perfect family for their wildly popular YouTube channel 8 Passengers, which documented the day-to-day life of raising six children for a staggering 2.5 million subscribers. But a darker truth lurked beneath the surface – Ruby’s wholesome online persona masked a more tyrannical parenting style than anyone could have imagined.

Unlock a thriving future for your child with ADHD – even if it feels impossible now! Are you overwhelmed by the daily challenges of parenting a child with ADHD? Do you dream of truly understanding and connecting with your child while focusing on their strengths to help them thrive? Many parents feel stuck in an endless cycle of chaos, but this book offers compassionate, evidence-based strategies to create meaningful change in your family’s life.

Parents as Teachers has been working with families for over 40 years, matching parents and caregivers with trained professionals who make regular, personal home visits during a child’s earliest years to build strong communities, thriving families, and children that are healthy, safe, and learning. Our internationally recognized evidence-based home visiting model is backed by 40 years of research-proven outcomes for children and families. Parents as Teachers currently serves nearly 180,000 families in all 50 U.S. states, 115 Tribal organizations, six other countries, and one U.S. territory. ...

Breaking the Chains: Escaping Abuse, Cults, and Finding True Love' is a gripping memoir that showcases the triumph of the human spirit over adversity. Latoya shares her courageous journey of breaking free from an abusive relationship and escaping the clutches of a manipulative cult church. Latoya's inspiring story is a testament to the power of resilience, the pursuit of love, and the unwavering strength of the human soul.

Potty training a three-year-old can be a rewarding but challenging process. A comprehensive guide on this topic typically emphasizes understanding your child's readiness, creating a supportive environment, and establishing a consistent routine. By following these principles, parents can help their children transition from diapers to using the toilet with confidence and ease.

A shocking majority of teens are disengaged from school, simultaneously bored and overwhelmed. This is feeding an alarming teen mental health crisis. As kids get older and more independent, parents often feel powerless to help. But fear not, there are evidence-backed strategies to guide them from disengagement to drive, in and out of school. For the past five years, award-winning journalist Jenny Anderson and the Brookings Institution’s global education expert Rebecca Winthrop have been investigating why so many children lose their love of learning in adolescence.

Harry wants to be a voice for dads in the autism fight. From Struggle to Strength was written so other dads can learn from Harry's mistakes, work with their family to support their child on the spectrum and their successful development, see how his son Gus is thriving with the support of both parents, and ultimately understand that an empowered mindset drives lasting growth and fulfillment in the journey with autism.

Parent–child conflicts in some households revolve around technology. Children demand more screen time and parents lack strategies to know how to intervene, leaving them feeling guilty and powerless. But it doesn't have to be this way. In Breaking Kids Free From Screen Addiction, Richard Bass, a seasoned educator with a wealth of experience in childhood disabilities and mental health disorders, offers modern parenting advice and solutions on how to understand and combat the effects of excessive screen time for children of all age groups.

In this indispensable handbook, discover the secrets to forging unbreakable bonds with your girls. Unravel the complexities of father-daughter relationships through emotional intelligence, trust, and open communication. Navigate the nuances of generational patterns, breaking free to cultivate healthier and more meaningful connections. This comprehensive guide offers a roadmap for Girl Dads, providing practical strategies, relatable anecdotes, and expert insights to steer you through the challenges of parenting.

Betrayal is not merely an act of disloyalty; it is a wound that cuts deep, shattering trust and leaving behind a landscape of fractured emotions and disillusionment. In this raw and poignant memoir, Cheryl Dyson-Bennett invites you into her world of narcissistic abuse—a harrowing journey marked by emotional manipulation and profound betrayal. With courage and clarity, she shares her most vulnerable moments: the chilling silence of late-night absences, the agonizing realization of infidelity, and the heartache that reshaped her very sense of self.

Brian L. Ackerman MD, a highly respected psychiatrist who teaches brain education-based Mindfulness Classes, gained attention with his initial book ME, MYSELF, AND MY AMYGDALA, and now offers a course of home study to inform adults and children of the gifts and power of our brain, Using an entertaining and accessible form of instruction, he sets off fireworks of enthusiastic appreciation of our highly evolved brain's capacity that allows us to be our best selves.

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Welcome to Birth, Baby!, your go-to podcast hosted by Ciarra Morgan and Samantha Kelly, seasoned birth doulas and childbirth educators from Austin, Texas. Join us as we navigate the intricate journey of pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum care, offering invaluable insights and expert advice. Through candid interviews, personal anecdotes, and evidence-backed content, we aim to empower families with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions. Whether you’re seeking guidance on prenatal care, birth planning, or navigating the early days with your newborn, we’ve got you covered. Tune...

Welcome to ADHD in the Real World, the podcast where we cut through the fluff and get down to the nitty-gritty of thriving with ADHD. Hosted by the no-nonsense Martha Hoffman, this show is your go-to resource for real, actionable strategies that make a difference. Whether you have ADHD or love someone who does, we dive into practical tips for daily life, family dynamics, and support. We tackle how invisible labor and mental load relate to ADHD and get to no-nonsense advice that works. Let’s make the real world work for us.

What do you do when you wake up in your mid-40s and realize you've been living a lie your whole life? Do you tell? Or do you keep it to yourself? Laura James found out that she was autistic as an adult, after she had forged a career for herself, married twice and raised four children. Odd Girl Out tracks the year of Laura's life after she receives a definitive diagnosis from her doctor, as she learns that 'different' doesn't need to mean 'less' and how there is a place for all of us, and it's never too late to find it.

Through her gracious and accessible parenting methods, Melanie Domen (“That Parenting Coach”) tackles every parent’s struggle: parenting well despite our imperfections as she gives turn-key, ready-made, smart but easy tips parents can employ today. Her approach is relatable and her methods are thoughtful and customizable.

Before Alexandria Marzano-Lesnevich begins a summer job at a law firm in Louisiana, working on the retrial defence of death-row convicted murderer and child molester Ricky Langley, she thinks her position is clear. The child of two lawyers, she is staunchly anti-death penalty. But the moment Ricky's face flashes on the screen as she reviews old tapes, the moment she hears him speak of his crimes, she is overcome with the feeling of wanting him to die. Shocked by her reaction, she digs deeper and deeper into the case.