In this book, disabled parents share their experiences of the issues surrounding their decision to have and raise children. It is a candid account of positive and negative aspects of the subject and details the obstacles many of these parents face and overcome - disapproval from others, dealing with physical restriction and, above all, society's inability to recognize the role of disabled people as carers when they are so tightly pigeon-holed as dependants. This is not 'another book about heroines' but a practical and ...
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In this book, disabled parents share their experiences of the issues surrounding their decision to have and raise children. It is a candid account of positive and negative aspects of the subject and details the obstacles many of these parents face and overcome - disapproval from others, dealing with physical restriction and, above all, society's inability to recognize the role of disabled people as carers when they are so tightly pigeon-holed as dependants. This is not 'another book about heroines' but a practical and positive insight into disabled parenting that will be invaluable to those working or studying within the health and social services profession and to people with disabilities who are interested in the subject.
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This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has soft covers. In fair condition, suitable as a study copy. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 450grams, ISBN: 9781857752571.
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Very Good. Book Quarto, hardcover, VG ex planned parenthood copy in yellow pictorial wraps. 164pgs. including index. Presents a very positive and practical approach to the issues of disabled parenting going further than other books in giving an insight into how disabled parents want to be treated; struggles for self determination can become positive assets in raising young people.
