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'This is a landmark book, no less.'  Tymes Trust

"Anyone caring for a child and worrying about whether
something is not quite right will find this book useful"
Grandparent Times

Does Your Child Have a Hidden Disability?

Jill Curtis

For the large number of parents who find themselves worrying about whether there is something not quite right with their child, and finding it difficult to pinpoint just what is wrong and where to look for help. "Invisible" disabilities are among the most distressing of all childhood problems.

The range of disabilities is wide and overlapping symptoms can confuse even the experts. Although the nature of the handicap may not be understood at first, the symptoms which are visible are most distressing to both parent and child. And often, as parent come to terms with the family crisis, in a desperate attempt to blame somebody for what is happening, the marriage itself may be in jeopardy.

This is not a medical book but instead focuses on the social and emotional impact of these disabilities on the whole family. What are these hidden disabilities? The most common are - Attention Deficit Disorder, Auditory Attention Problems, PDA, Asperger Syndrome, Autism, Dyspraxia, Dyslexia, asthma, depression, allergies, learning difficulties and speech and language problems. This book should help you find your way through the maze of conflicting advice and offers support to those parents who have a child where there is something not "quite right." 

'We wish you luck with this excellent book.'
The National Autistic Society

'I would recommend the book to anyone, even if they are not facing the specific conditions dealt within - the overall message is valid for any possible hidden illness.'
NetMums

'If you think your young child is different from other children but everyone around you thinks you're being fussy, then this is definitely the book to read. It will give you the confidence to follow your instincts and investigate any problems. It will also point you in the right direction." Cathy Court

"There is plenty of useful information such as how to get the best out of a professional consultation and guidelines for coping with the situation.... Most of all, the parents’ experiences relayed throughout the book reassure parents and carers to trust themselves when acknowledging there is a problem."  Contact a Family

published by Hodder & Stoughton 
£7.99   ISBN 0-340-78679-5
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