Fifteen stories written by deaf/hard of hearing individuals who have had cochlear implants are told within the context of unique histories that are intimate, personal and moving. Readers will gain insight into the personal struggles and challenges for those who made the decision to get a cochlear implant. The writers share their process over the decision to obtain an implant as well as the delights and disappointments in hearing with one. Many of the book's contributors noted how their involvement in the deaf community and Deaf culture influenced their perceptions of cochlear implants.

My Brother Fights Pirates (Well...Kind Of) will be a great conversation starter for you and your family, opening the door to a broader discussion of the wonderful qualities that people with Down syndrome bring to a family.

From three prominent educators and athletes comes this important new sourcebook on teaching the skills that will enable both children and adults with visual impairments and deafblindness to participate in physical education, recreation, sports, and lifelong health and fitness activities.Physical Education and Sports for People with Visual Impairments and Deafblindness includes methods of modifying physical skills instruction; techniques for adapting sports and other physical activities; teaching methods and curriculum points for physical skills instruction throughout the lifespan; and information about sports and related activities, providing rules, adaptations, and information about competition options. It is an ideal manual for physical educators, adapted physical education specialists, teachers of students with visual impairments, orientation and mobility specialists, occupational and recreational therapists, and anyone else interested in sports and recreation for persons who are visually impaired or deafblind.

When Elizabeth Fleming was born in difficult circumstance, it was decided that she was dead. She was taken to the mortuary. It was only when the doctor when to certify her death that he noticed a tiny movement. This is the inspiring story of a life that almost didn't happen, a life spent overcoming the difficulties caused by Cerebral Palsy and by people's reactions to disability. **************************************** 'I often thought of writing about my life and the difficulties my family and I have had to face. There was no one around to ask how my disability would affect things. I felt bitter against the world. Why me? Why not somebody else? You know, if I had the chance to go back now, I wouldn't change a thing. I'd like to take out my bad parts, but no one's perfect. I've always known that I'm very lucky to have had such a loving family and such very good friends and I'd like to thank them for all they've done to shape me into who I am today.'

There is HOPE after a stroke Written by a practicing physical therapist and using plain language, Stroke of Hope is designed to help you (or your loved one) take control of your physical rehabilitation and improve your quality of life after a stroke. You will learn: *WHY stroke recovery can be difficult and exactly HOW to make it easier *The UNIQUE analogy that describes a STEP-BY-STEP plan to create your own therapy program TODAY. *The one thing you should incorporate NOW to make sure you are always improving *How to know if your therapy program is WORKING FOR YOU *How to EASILY fit therapy into daily life *WHEN and WHO to call for help If you or a loved one you know has had a stroke - this book is for you.

In Saving Sight, Dr. Andrew Lam explains the intricacies of human sight and shines a light on the heroes who fought to save it, while also revealing the personal side of life as an eye surgeon - the stress and joy of a man who, on his best days, can turn darkness into light. Many remarkable life stories illuminate this autobiographical/biographical/historical work. Included are Louis Braille, Judah Folkman, Harold Ridley and many others who have enabled us to see in all kinds of unimaginable ways.

This Attention Deficit Disorder Book is the revised version of the popular original version titled "Attention Deficit Disorder, Adhd, Add Causes, Symptoms, Signs, Diagnosis and Treatments," written by the: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (Author), National Institute of Mental Health (Author), (Author), National Institutes of Health (Author) and S.Smith (Editor) and (Illustrator) This book has been professionally illustrated and edited with a fully hyper-linked table of contents for ease of navigation. A detailed booklet that describes Attention Deficit Disorder, ADHD symptoms, causes, and treatments, with information on getting help and coping. It is also intended for family members and friends of the ADHD patients to help understand this disorder. In this Booklet You Will Learn: ADHD Symptoms Attention Deficit Disorder Diagnosis What Causes ADHD? Disorders That Sometimes Accompany ADHD The Treatment of Attention Deficit Disorder The Family and the ADHD Child Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder in Adults Get Your Copy Today and Learn Everything You Need to Know About Attention Deficit Disorder or ADHD...

"IF I HAD UNDERSTOOD THE RIPPLE ON EFFECT OF MENIERE'S DISEASE, WE WOULD NOT HAVE LOST THE FAMILY HOME," says the Author. In this candid, honest and thought provoking book, he shares his personal experiences. What can go wrong and more importantly, how you can avoid the negative affects that can happen when you suffer from a long term chronic condition like Meniere's. Meniere's disease can affect not only your general sense of well being but your income, savings, future plans, friends, business partnerships and at the heart of it all, your closest personal relationships. A book every Meniere sufferer, their family, friends and partners should read to fully understand how having a long-term chronic condition, like Meniere's disease, can and will affect all your lives. And how you can help prevent this. Keeping life positive in a time of Meniere's. This self-help book may help you keep chaos out of other parts of your personal life. When you can do this, the negative effect of suffering from a long-term condition, shifts to a positive one as you have less stress and anxiety in your everyday life and more personal energy to deal and cope with the disease itself.

This is a collection of poems that I have written about my almost three year old autistic son. I wanted to share these with other parents of autistic children. The hope is that parents may relate to the challenges and triumphs our children may face daily. There are many different characteristics that a child with autism may have. My son is extremely intelligent as are many autistic children. Where he needs special attention is in his social skills. These poems focus on very basic and everyday functions that I found compelling enough to write about.

You can empower those who are challenged by physical, sensory or cognitive disabilities. The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) in collaboration with The National Center on Health, Physical Activity and Disability (NCHPAD) has developed a specialty certification for fitness professionals. Become an ACSM/NCHPAD Certified Inclusive Fitness Trainer, and give clients the knowledge and support to lead a healthy and comfortable lifestyle. This book provides the essential techniques and guidelines to prepare for the ACSM/NCHPAD Certified Inclusive Fitness Trainer certification including: Effective and adapted methods of exercise training. Exercise precautions for people with disabilities. An understanding of current ADA policy specific to recreation facilities and standards for accessible facility design. Instruction to individuals with disabilities to begin and continue healthy lifestyles.

Dr. Bates 1st, Original book in Antique 1920 Print. (Black & White Edition) Includes 1st Edition 'The Cure Of Imperfect Sight By Treatment Without Glasses'. Five editions combined. All of W. H. Bates treatments and Dr. Bates Better Eyesight Magazine 'Page Two' of 132 Issues of his best Natural Eyesight Practices for every eye, vision condition; Myopia, Presbyopia, Astigmatism... Fundamental Treatments, Steps by Dr. Bates & Emily C. A. Lierman, Bates (Dr. Bates assistant, wife). Natural Methods by Bernarr MacFadden. Eyecharts. Ophthalmologist William H. Bates discovered Natural Eyesight Improvement, 'The Bates Method'. He discovered the true function of the eyes (visual system) and applied natural methods, relaxation to return the eyes, eye muscles to normal function for healthy eyes, clear vision. He cured; unclear close and distant vision, astigmatism, crossed/wandering eyes, cataracts, glaucoma & other eye conditions. Natural Eyesight Improvement was practiced years before Dr. Bates discovered it. It is the normal, natural function of the eyes. Dr. Bates book, magazines, method has been hidden from the public by eye doctors, opticians for over 100 years because this method works, is easy, anyone can learn and teach it, including children. It produces healthy eyes, clear vision and frees the patient from the need to purchase eyeglasses, drugs, unnecessary eye surgery. It can reverse, prevent cataracts and other eye conditions Includes 20 Printable, Color PDF E-Books - All of Ophthalmologist Bates, Clark Night's Paperback & Kindle books, All books listed on Dr. Bates Amazon Author's page listed below; + Perfect Sight Without Glasses, 'The Cure of Imperfect Sight by Treatment Without Glasses' by Dr. Bates. Photo Copy of the Original Antique Book Pages with Pictures. (Text version with additional Modern Treatments included.) + Original Antique Better Eyesight Magazine by Ophthalmologist William H. Bates - Photo copy of all his Original Magazine Pages in the 1900's Print. (Unedited, Full Set, 132 Magazine Issues-11 Years-July, 1919 to June, 1930.) Learn a variety of Natural Eyesight Improvement Treatments directly from the Original Eye Doctor that discovered and practiced this effective, safe, natural method + Better Eyesight Magazine by Ophthalmologist William H. Bates - (Unedited, Full Set -132 Magazine Issues - 11 Years-July, 1919 to June, 1930.) Illustrated with 500 Pictures and additional, up to date Modern Natural Eyesight Improvement Training. + Medical Articles by Dr. Bates - with Pictures. + Stories From The Clinic by Emily C. A. Lierman/Bates. (Dr. Bates Clinic Assistant, Wife.) + Use Your Own Eyes & Normal Sight Without Glasses by Dr. William B. MacCracken, M.D. (Trained with Dr. Bates.) + Strengthening The Eyes by Bernarr MacFadden, Dr. Bates - with Pictures & Modern Training. (Trained with Dr. Bates. One of the 1st Physical Fitness Teachers.) + EFT Training Booklet - with Acupressure, Energy balance-strengthening, Positive Emotions, Pictures. +Do It Yourself-Natural Eyesight Improvement-Original and Modern Bates Method. 100+ Color Pictures. Less reading; Easy to learn steps-read the short directions on the pictures to quickly learn, apply a treatment, activity for Fast Vision Improvement. + Clear Close Vision, Reading Fine Print Clear. + Ten Steps For Clear Eyesight +The Basics of Natural Eyesight Improvement. + Astigmatism Removal and other books. + Eyecharts Book with Training-15 Large, Small and Fine Print. Big C, E Charts for Close and Distant Vision, White and Black Letter Charts, Tumbling E Chart, Astigmatism Test and Removal Charts, Eyechart Video Lessons. Pass the driver's license eye exam. + Audio, Videos in Every Chapter - Learn a Treatment, Activity Quick and Easy. 100 Natural Eyesight Improvement Training Videos. See 'William H. Bates Author's Page' for Pictures, Videos, full description of the Paperback and 20 E-books; amazon.com/William-H.-Bates/e/B004H9DOBC/ref=ntt_athr_dp_pel_

Paul Isaacs was diagnosed with Autism in 2010 and later diagnosed with Scotopic Sensitivity Syndrome by James in 2012. He has worked for Autism Oxford since 2010 presenting speeches and training sessions all around the UK. He has currently released his autobiography through Chipmunka entitled "Living Through The Haze." This book explores the visual differences and difficulties Paul has experienced for over 26 years. For Paul it was a moving moment of clarity and realisation when with the correct lenses he looked outside and said "Oh, the tree has a middle bit " James Billett has worked and taught in the field of special education for 30 years and has used the Irlen method with clients across the spectrum of learning differences since 1991.

(Black & White Version) If you have picked up this book, it is likely that your child or someone you know was recently diagnosed with hearing loss. Without a doubt, what you face is serious. However, there is good news: Hearing loss is treatable, and treatment may start at birth. If you want your child to hear and speak and live in a hearing world, then this book is for you. It is extremely important to act quickly once the diagnosis of hearing impairment is made or suspected in a child. The human hearing system develops rapidly from before birth and during the first few years of life. If critical periods of development are missed, no amount of intervention can correct those losses. The age at which the treatment began is the single most important factor in predicting successful treatment of congenital hearing impairment in children. LetThemHear.org

Eye problems can be a serious threat to vision if not treated appropriately and in a timely fashion. The most obvious presentation of ocular (eye) trouble is redness and pain of the affected eyes. Health of the eyes and related structures, as well as vision must be taken care of at all times. In the book, you will find brief details of herbs that can be used for eye care. Inexpensive treatments with no side-effects, these methods of herbal remedies are designed for optimum beneficial use and tested innumerable times in actual practice.

(Color Version) If you have picked up this book, it is likely that your child or someone you know was recently diagnosed with hearing loss. Without a doubt, what you face is serious. However, there is good news: Hearing loss is treatable, and treatment may start at birth. If you want your child to hear and speak and live in a hearing world, then this book is for you.

Down Syndrome and Much More For those that have children born with Down syndrome, this book encourages you to seek help early. This book also stresses the importance of focusing on the good, positive things in daily life in the midst of the challenges. Many of the reflections inside this book apply to us all.

This book demonstrates yoga poses easily accomplished from a wheelchair. Photographs and detailed instructions make it easy for you to enjoy the soft stretches and relaxing movements of yoga. Practice these simple yoga poses to make your muscles stronger and your body relaxed and more flexible.

This uplifting book of the author's healing journey from Stroke and Aphasia helps victims' families and friends reach compassion and understanding for what Aphasia victims may experience. This book also guides Aphasia victims to understand their own experiences as part of their healing journey. Includes a great list of resources designed to assist the healing process, and great encouragement to go the distance to truly heal.