Contributions

  • Jill Harrison (Editor) - Contributor
  • Matthew Henderson (Editor) - Contributor
  • Rob Leonard (Editor) - Contributor

Publication

2007-03-15 - Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Language

English

Word Count

43,250 words, Guess

Page Count

173 pages

Physical Format

Paperback

Identifiers

and 4 more

Classifications

  • LCCHQ759.913.D54 2007
  • LCCHQ759.913 .D54 2007

Description

Fathers of disabled children can feel overlooked when the focus of much parenting support is aimed at mothers. Different Dads is a collection of inspiring personal testimonies written by fathers of children with a disability who reflect on their own experiences and offer advice to other fathers and families on the challenges of raising a child with a disability. The fathers featured represent a broad spectrum of experience. Their contributions reflect a wide range of cultures; some are single fathers, others are married adoptive fathers. Issues explored include the reactions of family, friends and colleagues, how to deal with the organisations and professionals that support families with a disabled child, and the difficulty of being open about feelings in a culture that doesn't always expect men to have a sensitive or nurturing role.

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Other Editions

  • Different Dads: Father's Stories of Parenting Disabled ChildrenPaperbackJessica Kingsley Publishers2007-03-15

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