Summary
What is it like to live with hidden disabilities? You’ll find out firsthand in embracing the Monster, Veronica Crawford’s moving account of her life experiences with learning disabilities, bipolar disorder, ADHD, dyslexia, and sensory integrative disorder. Through Veronica’s struggles in school, at work, and in her personal relationships, you’ll gain insight into the emotional turmoil of living with hidden disabilities and be inspired by her resourcefulness as she learns to confront and accept them. You’ll also get clinical commentary from a noted expert on these types of disabilities, Dr. Larry B. Silver, who concludes each chapter with information on what can be done to help individuals with hidden disabilities lead more positive, productive lives.
Reviews
"The information Veronica provides, together with the invaluable insights of Dr. Larry Silver, will validate what many individuals with hidden disabilities experience and will help other to understand the struggle of these indivivuals."
--Robert Brooks, Ph.D., Harvard Medical School, author, The Self-Esteem Teacher
"An inspiring work, laying bare the heart, mind, and soul of a truly resilient individual. This book should be required reading for parents, professionals, educators and all those struggling to understand and overcome a hidden disability."
--Sam Goldstein, Ph.D., University of Utah, co-author, Raising Resilient Children
Contents
About the Authors
Foreword
Acknowledgements
Introduction: Gazing into the Glass
- Humpty Dumpty: Broken Into Pieces: Birth Through School Years
- Behind the Schoolyard Fence: Elementary School Years
- Changes and Challenges: Middle School Years
- Demons of the Day: High School Years
- Just Wanting to Be Loved: College and Young Motherhood
- Sour Grapes: Navigating the Working World
- The Promised Land: Growing Maturity
- The Awakening: Happy in My Prime
- Tips and Tools Through the Life Span: What to Look for and How to Help
- Understanding Hidden Disabilities: A Roadmap
Index
