{"product_id":"caring-for-children-with-neurodevelopmental-disabilities-stories-from-a-pediatric-practice-paperback-softback-9781911612728","title":"Caring for Children with Neurodevelopmental Disabilities; Stories from a Pediatric Practice (Paperback \/ softback) 9781911612728","description":"\u003cfont face=\"Georgia\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"6\"\u003eCaring for Children with Neurodevelopmental Disabilities\u003c\/font\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cfont size=\"5\"\u003eStories from a Pediatric Practice\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"4\"\u003eAlfred L. Scherzer (Edited by), Erika Cloodt (Edited by)\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e9781911612728, Wiley\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003ePaperback \/ softback, published 18 September 2025\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e240 pages\u003cbr\u003e23.9 x 17 x 0.8 cm, 0.431 kg\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eCaring for Children with Neurodevelopmental Disabilities is a powerful collection of narrative clinical stories drawn from the long career of developmental pediatrician Dr. Alfred L Scherzer. Focused on children with disabilities and their families, each chapter includes a pediatrician’s perspective, a real-life story, and reflective commentary. These deeply human stories illuminate the complexities of disability care, offering nuanced insights into clinical challenges, ethical dilemmas, family dynamics, and the lifelong impact of early intervention.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRather than clinical guidelines, these are personal recollections meant to spark reflection, discussion, and empathy. They emphasize the importance of patient- and family-centered care, the role of storytelling in medical education, and the value of lived experience alongside professional expertise. From navigating diagnoses to balancing autonomy and protection, the narratives underscore the emotional and societal dimensions of childhood-onset disabilities.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe book supports professional learning for clinicians working with children with neurodevelopmental disabilities; strengthens team communication and offers validation and insight for families navigating similar experiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eForeword\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBernard Dan\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAcknowledgments\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1. Introduction\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2. Perspectives on the Stories\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3. Albert – Healthcare Providers Assisting Parental Acceptance of Down Syndrome\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4. Bao Hong – Growth and Development in Cerebral Palsy Through Continuous Parental Involvement\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5. Bobby – When to Recognize Limits and Set Realistic Goals with Spina Bifida\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6. Brad – When There Is No Clear Solution to Unresolved Conflict Over ADHD Medication\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7. Christine and Charlie – Managing Acceptance and Clinical Bias in Family-Centered Care\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8. Christopher – When Ability in a Child with Down Syndrome Overcame Bullying\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9. Eddie – The Unique Abilities and Positive Outcome for an Adult with Intellectual Disability\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10. Howard – A Family’s Search for Answers for Their Child with Autism\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11. James – Addressing Excessive Parental Care of a Child with Cerebral Palsy\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12. Jay – When Delayed Diagnosis Affected the Development of a Child with ADHD\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13. Jimmy and Gayle – A Parent’s Journey in Understanding and Accepting Her Children’s ADHD\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e14. Joseph – How Family Counseling Can Help Resolve Conflict and Enable Effective Treatment of Tourette Syndrome\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e15. Justin – Assisting Families to Move Towards Realistic Expectations of Cerebral Palsy\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e16. Krysten – Long-Term Professional Relationships and Severe Behavioral Challenges in Hydrocephalus\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e17. Margaret – Helping Parents Recognize the Potential in Down Syndrome\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e18. Moira – Fostering Independence in Spina Bifida Through Family and Medical Support\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e19. Nilda – Alternatives for Care and Long-term Management for the Child with Multiple Non-Progressive Disabilities\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e20. Peter – Abuse of Medication and Family Support for Rehabilitative Care in ADHD\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e21. Raymond – When a Parent’s Priorities Conflict with the Medical Needs of a Child with Cerebral Palsy\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e22. Robert – How Community Participation Can Foster Motivation in ADHD\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e23. Ronnie – Helping Parents Navigate Alternative Therapies for Cerebral Palsy Treatment\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e24. Sarah – Late Diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder through Inter-Physician Referral\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e25. Scott – Managing Care and Attempting to Foster Independence in a Child with Lesch-Nyhan Syndrome\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e26. Tanya – The Resilient Family of a Child with Cerebral Palsy Maintaining Professional Boundaries\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e27. 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