Disability and chronic illness
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Can I tell you about Multiple Sclerosis?
A guide for friends, family and professionals
Angela Amos, illustrated by Sophie Wiltshire
Maria, a woman with Multiple Sclerosis (MS), explains what MS is, how it affects her life and what her family and friends can do to help. This illustrated introduction to MS will be a helpful guide for children 7+, as well as older readers. Learn More2016, Paperback / softback, 9.02in x 6.10in / 229mm x 155mm, 48pp, $13.95ISBN: 97817859214692016, Ebook, PDF, 48pp, $13.95ISBN: 978-1-78450-413-7 -
Can I tell you about having a Stroke?
A guide for friends, family and professionals
Lisa Taylor and Swee Hong Chia, illustrated by Katie Stanton
Fred invites readers to learn about what it is like to have a stroke, explaining what a stroke is and how family members, carers and friends can help support someone with the various challenges they may face after having a stroke. This illustrated book will be ideal for anyone who knows someone who's had a stroke, from child to adult. Learn More2014, Paperback / softback, 8.98in x 6.06in / 228mm x 154mm, 64pp, $14.95ISBN: 978-1-84905-495-92014, Ebook, ePUB, 64pp, $14.95ISBN: 978-0-85700-913-5 -
Can I tell you about ME/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome?
A guide for friends, family and professionals
Jacqueline Rayner, illustrated by Jason Lythgoe-Hay
Mollie and her family help readers to understand what it is like to have ME/CFS and how it can affect their day-to-day family life. They explain what ME/CFS is and how it can affect people in different ways. This illustrated book is packed with accessible information and will be an ideal introduction to this often misunderstood condition. Learn More2014, Paperback / softback, 8.98in x 6.06in / 228mm x 154mm, 64pp, $13.95ISBN: 978-1-84905-452-22014, Ebook, ePUB, 64pp, $13.95ISBN: 978-0-85700-826-8 -
Can I tell you about Parkinson's Disease?
A guide for family, friends and carers
Alan M. Hultquist, illustrated by Lydia T. Corrow
Nikolai invites readers to learn about Parkinson's from his perspective, helping them to understand how Parkinson's affects his daily life, why some tasks can be especially challenging for him, and how he can be helped. This illustrated book will be a helpful guide for family, friends and carers and a great starting point for group discussions. Learn More2013, Paperback / softback, 8.98in x 6.14in / 228mm x 156mm, 56pp, $13.95ISBN: 978-1-84905-948-02013, Ebook, ePUB, 56pp, $13.95ISBN: 978-0-85700-767-4