Resources for Monmouth County families and children.

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AAPC Publishing
AAPC Publishing

AAPC Publishing specializes in books and multi-media on autism spectrum disorders (ASD) and related exceptionalities for individuals on the spectrum, their parents, families, peers, educators and other professionals. We take pride in offering practical solutions that translate research into practice at affordable prices.

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Ben Behind His Voices: One Family's Journey from the Chaos of Schizophrenia to Hope
Ben Behind His Voices: One Family's Journey from the Chaos of Schizophrenia to Hope

Ben Behind His Voices reminds professionals in the psychiatric field that every patient who comes through their doors has a life, one that he has lost through no fault of his own. It shows what goes right when professionals treat the family as part of the recovery process and help them find support, education, and acceptance. And it reminds readers that those who suffer from mental illness, and their families, deserve respect, concern, and dignity.

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Hope As a Mother's Savior
Hope As a Mother's Savior

Autism is on the rise and many parents are at a loss when they are faced with a child who is diagnosed with Autism. "Hope as a Mother's Savior: Children with Autism Inspire!" is written by Lena McCalla Njee, a NJ teacher of autistic children, who shares her inspiring stories from her day-to-day experiences. Included in the book are also a wealth of information and references about autism.

Also published in other languages as "Hope as a Parent's Savior." Mandarin, Spanish.

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Medicating Kids
By PBS / Frontline

In "Medicating Kids," FRONTLINE examines the dramatic increase in the prescription of behavior-modifying drugs for children. Are these medications really necessary--and safe--for young children, or merely a harried nation's quick fix for annoying, yet age-appropriate, behavior?

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NIMH: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
NIMH: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

A detailed booklet that describes ADHD symptoms, causes, and treatments, with information on getting help and coping.

Available to order as a free hardcopy, online, as a download,PDF.Epub, Mobi, and en Espanol

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