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The Simple Guide to Understanding Shame in Children
What It Is, What Helps and How to Prevent Further Stress or Trauma
Betsy de Thierry. Foreword by Dr Marc Bush, illustrated by Emma Reeves
Full of helpful information and advice, this is the perfect introduction for any adult caring for or working with a child who has experienced shame. It explains what shame is, how it affects children and what adults can do to help them overcome it. Learn More2018, Paperback / softback, 7.72in x 5.12in / 196mm x 130mm, 112pp, $14.95ISBN: 97817859250542018, Ebook, ePUB, 80pp, $14.95ISBN: 978-1-78450-895-1 -
Things Jon Didn’t Know About
Our Life After My Husband’s Suicide
Sue Henderson
15 years on from her husband's suicide Sue Henderson recalls her family's experiences of the years after, with all the ensuing victories and defeats - both big and small. Also included is information on theories of grief and bereavement, and issues concerning men's mental health to help those bereaved through suicide. Learn More2017, Paperback / softback, 8.66in x 6.50in / 220mm x 165mm, 160pp, $18.95ISBN: 97817859240022017, Ebook, ePUB, 152pp, $18.95ISBN: 978-1-78450-766-4 -
Straight Expectations
The Story of a Family in Transition
Peggy Cryden, LMFT
A memoir of a mother's experience of raising both a gay son and a gay, transgender son that acknowledges her own upbringing in an adopted family. Through the personal narrative of raising children from birth to adulthood, the author offers insights and further resources for other parents of LGBT children. Learn More2017, Paperback / softback, 7.72in x 5.31in / 196mm x 135mm, 184pp, $17.95ISBN: 97817859274852017, Ebook, ePUB, 184pp, $17.95ISBN: 978-1-78450-537-0 -
The Simple Guide to Child Trauma
What It Is and How to Help
Betsy de Thierry. Foreword by David Shemmings, illustrated by Emma Reeves
Full of helpful information and advice, this is the perfect introduction to child trauma for any adult caring for or working with a child who has experienced trauma. It explains what trauma is, how it affects children and what adults can do to facilitate recovery. Learn More2016, Paperback / softback, 7.72in x 5.04in / 196mm x 128mm, 80pp, $14.95ISBN: 97817859213602016, Ebook, ePUB, 80pp, $14.95ISBN: 978-1-78450-401-4 -
Caleb's Healing Story
An interactive story with activities to help children to overcome challenges arising from trauma, attachment issues, adoption or fostering
Kathleen A. Chara and Tasha A. Lehner, illustrated by Samantha Aburime
Caleb invites the reader to join him on a healing journey by sharing his own experience of resolving his early trauma. Activities and worksheets encourage children aged 5-14 to participate in their own healing process. The book explores the key challenges children face and offers easy to use interventions. Learn More2016, Paperback / softback, 9.69in x 6.85in / 246mm x 174mm, 144pp, $19.95ISBN: 97817859270272016, Ebook, PDF, 112pp, $19.95ISBN: 978-1-78450-245-4 -
20 Life-Transforming Choices Adoptees Need to Make, Second Edition
Sherrie Eldridge
Adoption authority Sherrie Eldridge offers personal, life-affirming advice to adoptees who have mixed emotions about adoption. Learn More2015, Paperback / softback, 8.50in x 6.18in / 216mm x 157mm, 296pp, $19.95ISBN: 978-1-84905-774-52015, Ebook, ePUB, 296pp, $19.95ISBN: 978-1-78450-017-7 -
Healing for Adults Who Grew Up in Adoption or Foster Care
Positive Strategies for Overcoming Emotional Challenges
Renée Wolfs
Positive and practical, this guide is designed to offer a route to recovery from grief and loss after adoption or long-term foster care. Learn More2015, Paperback / softback, 8.98in x 6.06in / 228mm x 154mm, 160pp, $24.95ISBN: 978-1-84905-555-02015, Ebook, ePUB, 160pp, $24.95ISBN: 978-0-85700-988-3 -
But We All Shine On
The Remarkable Orphans of Burbank Children's Home
Paolo Hewitt
After a childhood spent in care at Burbank Children's Home, Paolo Hewitt embarks upon a personal journey as an adult to discover whatever happened to his close childhood friends. He reveals their stories - from the funny to inspiring to heart-breaking - and makes new discoveries about himself, his friends and the power of the human spirit. Learn More2014, Paperback / softback, 8.46in x 5.43in / 215mm x 138mm, 176pp, $14.95ISBN: 978-1-84905-583-32014, Ebook, ePUB, 176pp, $14.95ISBN: 978-1-78450-033-7 -
Can I tell you about Adoption?
A guide for friends, family and professionals
Anne Braff Brodzinsky
Meet Chelsea - a young girl who is adopted. Chelsea invites readers to learn about adoption from her perspective and introduces us to two friends of hers who have been transracially adopted. Chelsea and her friends help children understand what it means to be adopted, the experiences that follow the adoption process, and how they can help. Learn More2013, Paperback / softback, 8.90in x 6.38in / 226mm x 162mm, 56pp, $13.95ISBN: 978-1-84905-942-82013, Ebook, ePUB, 56pp, $13.95ISBN: 978-0-85700-759-9 -
Bump 2 Baby
A Young Person's Guide to Pregnancy
Paul McCabe with Birmingham Youth Service
You're pregnant – congratulations! You may be surprised, excited or anxious; whatever you're feeling, this colourful, easy to use book is here to guide you through your pregnancy and birth. It's packed with information and advice for young mums on everything from staying healthy, dealing with feelings, scans, giving birth and life with the baby. Learn More2013, Paperback / softback, 8.19in x 6.02in / 208mm x 153mm, 80pp, $14.95ISBN: 978-1-84905-416-42013, Ebook, PDF, 80pp, $14.95ISBN: 978-0-85700-776-6
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