On Becoming a Special Parent: A Mini-Support Group in a Book is an uplifting and practical handbook for parents of children with extra needs. Written in hints and easy-to-read suggestions, On Becoming guides parents through the everyday struggles and frustrations of living with the special child. Included is advice for the non-parent, to help them recognize and be sensitive to what the families are experiencing.
The author, Marcia R. Turner (previously published under the name Routburg), struggled through the medical maze while raising her daughter, who was born with severe brain damage. Wanting to help others avoid the maze, she compiled On Becoming, culling expert advice from various organizations for the disabled, physicians, therapists, and other parents.
For more about Marcia Turner, visit her author's page here.
