The Best Family & Relationships Self-Help Books 2025

1. Everything® Series: The Everything Parent's Guide To Sensory Processing Disorder : The Information and Treatment Options You Need to Help Your Child with SPD (Paperback)

If your child has been diagnosed with sensory processing disorder (SPD), you understand how simple, everyday tasks can become a struggle. With The Everything Parent's Guide to Sensory Processing Disorder, you can help your child learn how to reduce stress and minimize the symptoms of SPD. In this all-in-one guide, Terri Mauro provides all the information you need regarding SPD, including: An in-depth definition of SPD and its effects. The newest treatments, therapies, and diets. Techniques for use outside of the therapist's office. The latest research on physical causes of SPD. Advice for coping at school, home, and play. Your child deserves to live a life free of the difficulties SPD can bring. The Everything Parent's Guide to Sensory Processing Disorder gives you professional advice to help your child to manage sensory needs and feel calmer, happier, and in control, now and in the future

If your child has been diagnosed with sensory processing disorder (SPD), you understand how simple, everyday tasks can become a struggle. With The Everything Parent's Guide to Sensory Processing Disorder, you can help your child learn how to reduce stress and minimize the symptoms of SPD. In this all-in-one guide, Terri Mauro provides all the information you need regarding SPD, including: An in-depth definition of SPD and its effects. The newest treatments, therapies, and diets. Techniques for use outside of the therapist's office. The latest research on physical causes of SPD. Advice for coping at school, home, and play. Your child deserves to live a life free of the difficulties SPD can bring. The Everything Parent's Guide to Sensory Processing Disorder gives you professional advice to help your child to manage sensory needs and feel calmer, happier, and in control, now and in the future.

2. Baby Sign Language Flash Cards: A Deck of 50 American Sign Language (Asl) Cards (Other)

This beautiful set of ASL flash cards was designed with both you (the parents), and your baby in mind. On the front of each card, clear, brightly colored photographs hold your baby's attention and motivate him or her to sign. On the back of each card, easy-to-understand photos and descriptions show you how the sign is done. What's most important is to have fun! The more joyful your attitude during any activity, the more your baby will find delight in it and want to do it!

Baby Sign Language Flash Cards: A Deck of 50 American Sign Language (Asl) Cards (Other)

3. My Mom's the Best Mom - Hardcover

9780761119685. Pre-owned: Good condition. Hard cover. Language: English. Pages: 96. Sewn binding. Cloth over boards. 96 p. Contains: Illustrations. Intended for a juvenile audience. This is a collection of reflections, appreciations, misgivings and accolades from kids about their mothers.

She was there from your very first memory. She plans your birthday parties, but yells when you forget to put away the toys. She kisses the bruises and scrapes and fevered forehead, and makes them better. She stands up for you at school, but brooks no nonsense when it's time to do homework. She cuts out of meetings to see you play soccer, and tells you a joke after the game you lost. And while Dad says you look perfect no matter what, Mom gives it to you straight--including when you really are perfect. The relationship between a mother and child is as honest as it is loving as it is pragmatic as it is forever. Stuart Hample, who has been listening to and writing down the words of children for years and years, presents his newest collection of gems--dozens of reflections, appreciations, misgivings, and accolades from kids about their moms. Co-editor of Children's Letters to God, with over 1 million copies in print, and, most recently, Me and My Dad, Mr. Hample has perfect pitch when it comes to hearing what children say: "When I wanted a sister she took that into consideration. So now I have one." --Flora "My mom says whoever took out the garbage without being asked I am very proud of you." --Andy "She says yes when she needs to say yes, and says no when she needs to say no. But I don't like to get kissed first thing in the morning." --Vanessa "She may not be perfect but I think she's as close to it as a mom can get." --Lola

4. 50 Ways to Support Your Child's Special Education : From IEPs to Assorted Therapies, an Empowering Guide to Taking Action, Every Day (Paperback)

Brand new book in original packaging

More than six million students in the U.S. receive special education services and that number is on the rise. Frequent changes in educational philosophy and special-education law have made it increasingly difficult for parents to establish an appropriate education plan for their children. This book looks at the many ways that parents can advocate for their children. including how to: Communicate with teachers Get homework done Become involved at school Ensure their children are well rested Start a school day on the right foot Advocacy comes in all forms, and sometimes it’s as simple as helping people get to know their child and family in a positive way. This useful book will serve as an invaluable tool for parents looking to establish the best educational plan for their children.

5. When Your Child Has . . . Asperger's Syndrome : *Get the Right Diagnosis *Understand Treatment Options *Help Your Child Cope (Paperback)

You've heard about cases of Asperger's, or perhaps have known a child with the syndrome. Now you've learned that your child has Asperger's-what do you do? Let these two Asperger's experts guide you through the basic information you need to know to help your child. In this straightforward and helpful book, you will learn how to: Get the right diagnosis and understand the results Determine the best options for education Help your child learn to socialize with other kids Avoid sensory overload by recognizing triggers When Your Child Has . . . Asperger's Syndrome defines the syndrome in clear and complete terms that will help you help your child. Now, you can understand your child's needs and help him or her lead a happy and successful life. William Stillman is the author of Demystifying the Autistic Experience. He is on several autism/Asperger's advisory boards; has been appointed to Pennsylvania's Autism Task Force; and offers much more information at WilliamStillman.com. He lives in Hershey, PA. Vincent Iannelli, M.D., is the author of The Everything Father's First Year Book. A board-certified pediatrician and fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics, he is also an associate professor of pediatrics at UT Southwestern Medical Center. He has nine years of clinical experience and now runs a private practice. Dr. Iannelli lives in Hearth, TX.

You've heard about cases of Asperger's, or perhaps have known a child with the syndrome. Now you've learned that your child has Asperger's-what do you do? Let these two Asperger's experts guide you through the basic information you need to know to help your child. In this straightforward and helpful book, you will learn how to: Get the right diagnosis and understand the results Determine the best options for education Help your child learn to socialize with other kids Avoid sensory overload by recognizing triggers When Your Child Has . . . Asperger's Syndrome defines the syndrome in clear and complete terms that will help you help your child. Now, you can understand your child's needs and help him or her lead a happy and successful life. William Stillman is the author of Demystifying the Autistic Experience. He is on several autism/Asperger's advisory boards; has been appointed to Pennsylvania's Autism Task Force; and offers much more information at WilliamStillman.com. He lives in Hershey, PA. Vincent Iannelli, M.D., is the author of The Everything Father's First Year Book. A board-certified pediatrician and fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics, he is also an associate professor of pediatrics at UT Southwestern Medical Center. He has nine years of clinical experience and now runs a private practice. Dr. Iannelli lives in Hearth, TX.

6. Borderline Personality Disorder in Adolescents, 2nd Edition : What To Do When Your Teen Has BPD: A Complete Guide for Families (Edition 2) (Paperback)

Borderline Personality Disorder in Adolescents is a comprehensive guide to BPD, offering an overview of the disorder, its treatment options, and advice on how to live with it day-to-day.

This second edition of Borderline Personality Disorder in Adolescents offers parents, caregivers, and adolescents themselves a complete understanding of this complex and tough-to-treat disorder. It is a comprehensive guide which thoroughly explains what BPD is and what a patient's treatment options are, including an overview of the revolutionary new treatment called dialectic behavior therapy. Author Blaise A. Aguirre, M.D., one of the foremost experts in the field, describes recent advances in treatments and brings into focus what we know, and don't know, about this condition. Revised and updated from the previous edition, readers will learn all about the scientific development of BPD; treatment options (e.g., medication and therapy); myths and misunderstandings; tips and strategies for parents; the prognosis for BPD; and practical techniques for effective communication with those who have BPD. They will also hear from BPD adolescents and parents who have learned how to make the best of the cards they have been dealt. Here's what some experts in the field had to say about the previous edition: "Families and their children with BPD will find this book a very useful guide as they struggle together toward a more fully realized life." - Mary C. Zanarini, Ed.D., Director, Laboratory for the Study of Adult Development, McLean Hospital and Professor of Psychology, Harvard Medical School "A must-have book for every parent with a borderline child." - Randi Kreger, Coauthor of Stop Walking on Eggshells: Taking Your Life Back When Someone You Care about Has Borderline Personality Disorder "Borderline Personality Disorder in Adolescents is a long overdue book that eloquently and expertly addresses the wide-ranging issues surrounding borderline personality disorder in adolescents. This compassionate book is a must for parents with children suffering from borderline personality disorder, as well as clinicians, educators, pediatricians, and clergy trying to understand and help adolescents with this serious, chronic disorder." - Perry D. Hoffman, Ph.D., President, National Education Alliance for Borderline Personality Disorder

7. Loving Rachel : A Family's Journey from Grief (Paperback)

A candid and compelling chronicle of one family’s bumpy road toward accepting their mentally retarded daughter

In 1983, Jane Bernstein had everything she ever wanted: a healthy four-year-old daughter, Charlotte; a happy marriage; a highly praised first novel; and a brand new baby, Rachel. But by the time Rachel was six weeks old, a neuro-ophthalmologist told Jane and her husband that their baby was blind. Although there was some hope that Rachel might gain partial vision as she grew, her condition was one that often resulted in seizure disorders and intellectual impairment. So began a series of medical and emotional setbacks that were to plague Rachel and her parents and strain their marriage to the breaking point. Spanning the first four years of Rachel’s life, Loving Rachel is a heartbreaking chronicle of a marriage and a compelling story of parental love told with searing honesty and surprising humor.

8. China Ghosts: My Daughter's Journey to America, My Passage to Fatherhood, (Paperback)

Aching to expand from a couple to a family, Jeff Gammage--a reporter for the Philadelphia Inquirer--and his wife, Christine, embarked upon a journey that would carry them across a shifting landscape of emotion and through miles of red tape and bureaucratic protocol. On the other side of the world--in the smog-choked city of Changsha in Hunan Province--a silent, stoic little girl was waiting for them: Jin Yu, their new daughter. Now they would have to learn how to fully embrace a life altered beyond recognition by new concerns and responsibilities--and by a love unlike any they'd ever felt before. Alive with insight and feeling, China Ghosts is an eye-opening depiction of the foreign adoption process and a remarkable glimpse into a different culture. Most important, it is a poignant, heartfelt, and intensely intimate chronicle of the making of a family.

China Ghosts: My Daughter's Journey to America, My Passage to Fatherhood, (Paperback) Author: Harper Perennial ISBN: 9780061240300 Format: Paperback Publication Date: 2008-06-24 Page Count: 272

9. The Complete Book of International Adoption : A Step by Step Guide to Finding Your Child (Paperback)

The go-to guide for everything you want to know about international adoption From the initial decision--Is adoption right for you?--through returning home with your child--How can you ease the transition?--The Complete Book of International Adoption takes parents step by step through the entire process of adopting a child from another country. You will find: - An easy-to-understand analysis of the differences between domestic and international adoption - Advice on choosing a country, including 25 important factors to consider, such as the waiting times involved and the estimated costs for each of the top placing countries, with charts for easy comparison - A detailed discussion of the potential health issues based on the latest research and interviews with doctors who specialize in international adoption - Worksheets and a suggested system for preparing and organizing the extensive paperwork involved - Parenting tips to enhance attachment and suggestions for addressing the issues that come up in raising an internationally adopted child - Real parents' stories and advice at every stage of the process - Plus all of the information you need to select your agency, plan financially, prepare for the home study, travel sensibly, evaluate your child's health and integrate your new family More than just provide the facts, The Complete Book of International Adoption also helps parents manage the emotional rollercoaster that comes with the territory. Sensitive, wise, and often witty, this book is a must-have for any parent considering building their family through adoption.

The go-to guide for everything you want to know about international adoption From the initial decision—Is adoption right for you?—through returning home with your child—How can you ease the transition?—The Complete Book of International Adoption takes parents step by step through the entire process of adopting a child from another country. You will find: • An easy-to-understand analysis of the differences between domestic and international adoption • Advice on choosing a country, including 25 important factors to consider, such as the waiting times involved and the estimated costs for each of the top placing countries, with charts for easy comparison • A detailed discussion of the potential health issues based on the latest research and interviews with doctors who specialize in international adoption • Worksheets and a suggested system for preparing and organizing the extensive paperwork involved • Parenting tips to enhance attachment and suggestions for addressing the issues that come up in raising an internationally adopted child • Real parents’ stories and advice at every stage of the process • Plus all of the information you need to select your agency, plan financially, prepare for the home study, travel sensibly, evaluate your child’s health and integrate your new family More than just provide the facts, The Complete Book of International Adoption also helps parents manage the emotional rollercoaster that comes with the territory. Sensitive, wise, and often witty, this book is a must-have for any parent considering building their family through adoption.

10. Autism? Aspergers? Adhd? Add?: A Parent's Roadmap to Understanding and Support! (Paperback)

Suspect there's something "different" about your child? This book will help you navigate those early stages of your child's life when a diagnosis is nowhere in sight. Not knowing how to help your child can leave you totally frustrated, or frightened into inaction by a vision of what may lie ahead. Written by a mother who understands (At first, she tried with all her might to avoid her son's diagnosis!), this book humorously and gently prods parents into action, beginning with such chapters as: Was That the Exit to Normal?" Rules of the Road Labels - You Gotta Love 'Em To School or Not to School

Autism? Aspergers? Adhd? Add?: A Parent's Roadmap to Understanding and Support! (Paperback)