How to Explain a Diagnosis to a Child is a resource to guide parents and professionals through what can be a very sensitive process.  This step-by-step guide includes templates and worksheets that can be tailored to meet the individual needs of the child and their families embrace who they are, regardless of a diagnosis.  This may include Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD), Learning Disabilities (LDs), Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD), Dyslexia, Cerebral Palsy, etc. This guide may help answer those difficult questions regarding: • Why parents decide to tell?  • Why parents may not tell? • When to tell? • Who should tell? • What information to share? • How do I explain? Sessions include various topics such as celebrating differences, reviewing strengths and challenges, identifying learning style, understanding relationships, addressing questions about a diagnosis and others. This guide may help to build a child’s confidence and empower them to advocate for themselves.  

How to Explain a Diagnosis to a Child: An Interactive Resource Guide for Parents and Professionals

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Arnold, Janet

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Mental Health

Janet Arnold

<p><p>This book is an introduction to the subject of perseverance and resilience. Children who develop resilience are better equipped to learn from failure and adapt to change. The simple, yet powerful words and detailed illustrations, allows the reader to connect with the characters' positive traits and enables children to emerge from challenging experiences with a positive sense of themselves and their futures. It helps promote personal strength and the mindset of believing in oneself.</p></p>

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