Titres dans Personnes handicapées

Riding the Rollercoaster invites listeners to embark on an emotional and enlightening journey. By sharing her story, the author gives a voice to countless individuals who grapple with this condition, offering a beacon of hope for a brighter future.

When my wife Cheryl saw what I was doing, she asked me to chronicle our almost 30-year journey through Alzheimer's. As I began to write and post blogs of the trip, it became apparent that I had a love of writing and an audience for our story. I soon developed a large following, and the blog almost took on a life of its own. The blog has morphed into much more than I ever dreamed. From the comments and feedback I received on many posts, it became apparent that I needed to try and turn this into a book. Many people battling this disease and being caregivers need to know they are not alone.

Here is the inspiring story of a man who overcame childhood polio to live an adventure-filled life as captain of Maine's most famous windjammer, the schooner Adventure, now a national historic landmark in Gloucester, Massachusetts. Captain Jim shares his adventures afloat, his battles with bureaucracy, and even how he created one of Maine's most unusual restaurants.

A lifeline to those struggling with learning differences, bullying, and anxiety, Canaries Among Us explores one of the most widespread threats to child well-being: a lack of acceptance. This heart-rending exposé provides a candid view of the ways unique children are regularly misunderstood and mistreated.

Johann König verliert als Kind durch einen Unfall fast vollständig seine Sehkraft. Wie kann man sich Kunst erschließen, wenn man sich auf seine Augen nicht verlassen kann? Was ist Sehen überhaupt, wenn die Welt um einen herum verschwimmt? In seinem Buch "Blinder Galerist" beschreibt Johann König, wie es ihm gelang, die Welt und die Kunst neu wahrzunehmen. "Die Bilder, die im Kopf entstehen, sind genauso wichtig wie die Bilder an der Wand".

Told with shocking honesty and in unbelievable detail, Bipolar: A Gift of Thorns is a profoundly insightful memoir that shines a light on one woman’s courageous journey and the stigma of bipolar disorder.

I have always had difficulty seeing. It started as a child with difficulty seeing at night. Never in my wildest dreams did I think I would one day be diagnosed with a rare condition that could eventually take my vision completely. This book touches on some of the struggles I, and others suffering with visual difficulties, go through. It is my hope this will give an understanding to others and help those dealing with their own issues to find peace knowing they are not suffering alone.

Imagine waking up and everything you knew was suddenly unrecognizable. No memory of your friends, family, or even your children remains. This is the story of one brave woman beginning her new life after a traumatic brain injury. Join her on this journey of discovering faith, love, adversity, and victory through the unforeseen events of life.

Like many of us, James Lindsay is no stranger to stress and anxiety. But in his case, leaving those struggles untreated led to a full psychotic episode that hospitalized him for the better part of a month. With the help of medication and therapy, he has now overcome this dark period and is currently living a much happier life.

Tech executive, business consultant, and recording artist Sabe Anderson delivers a no-holds-barred account of his spiral into hell, and how he clawed his way out again with the support of family and the women who refused to give up on him. His story dives into bipolar disorder, sexual abuse, and addiction and the financial, mental, spiritual, physical, and emotional hardships that came in their wake.

Giulia ha diciannove anni e davanti a sé una storia ancora tutta da scrivere e riempire di colori ed esperienze. Poi un motorino, una curva presa male in un pomeriggio qualunque, e la realtà che conosceva viene cancellata di colpo. Davanti a lei si apre un'altra vita, che include una nuova compagna di viaggio: una carrozzina. Nel corso di nove lunghi mesi in ospedale, Giulia deve imparare a guardare il mondo da un nuovo punto di vista, a muoversi, a sentirsi se stessa.

Get ready to laugh, relate, and discover the hidden gems that come with a brain wired for Focused Frenzy! In this captivating audiobook, discover the fascinating world of an ADHD brain and its unique perspectives, creativity, and out-of-the-box thinking. With a playful and witty tone, this eBook explores how ADHD individuals navigate daily life, showcasing the humor that comes with embracing their extraordinary minds.

Here, inside of my second book, you will hear more stories from the gallery of my life. I am a South Californian gentleman living with disabilities—I was diagnosed with both cerebral palsy and scoliosis as a toddler. I am a writer who uses an augmentative alternative communication (AAC) device to speak. I wrote this sequel so that I could share more of my life with you, chronicling events from shortly after my high school graduation in 1991 all the way up to my 40th birthday in 2010.

When fourth grader Alex Schwartz first met his cello, his eyes lit up with wonder, and a smile appeared on his face as bright as the potential his new cello teacher saw within him. The cello positively impacted all aspects of his development, including focus, fine motor, and gross motor skills.

Justin Adkins was a star football player in high school with good grades and lots of friends. Then, one day he woke up in a hospital in excruciating pain, unable to walk or talk. No matter how tormenting life became, Justin’s parents fought alongside their son. Pulling together in this unfamiliar territory, the family explored the options available for a teen with a disability, and the future ahead of him. The listener will be inspired by this story of true perseverance.

Hall is authentic, transparent, and raw as she shares the many facets of her dynamic life and colorful personality. The chapters are like peeling an onion as Hall deftly delivers the most dismal times of her life. Listeners will experience so many emotions but will ultimately cheer for Hall’s escape, redemption, and power to rebuild a successful life. She credits her beloved 93-year-old grandmother's unconditional love and wisdom for giving her the endurance and strength to overcome all that life has dealt her.

This is a memoir of my life growing up totally blind, and a testimonial to my Christian faith.

An insider history of the Blind Boys of Alabama, the longest running group in American music, and the untold story of their world, written with band members and key musical colleagues. The Blind Boys of Alabama are the quintessential Gospel vocal group, and the longest-running musical...

Rheumatoid arthritis was taking over my life. I could barely walk, dress myself, and perform simple daily tasks. I did everything I could to find healing. I tried all of the special diets; I was on all of the medications. Something wasn't right, and I was just getting sicker. This audiobook is about healing from the inside out. Your body is your greatest gift, dearest friend. The only difference between having a body that is your enemy and a body that is your friend is learning to speak its language. You can overcome chronic pain! You are worthy of a great life full of health and happiness!

In Laughing and Crying Alone, we are offered a compelling account of the struggles associated with bipolar disorder. Alternately heartbreaking and uplifting, we follow Lisa through the laughter and the tears. Exploring Lisa's feelings of isolation, Laughing and Crying Alone provides compassion and validation to those with mental illness while shedding a much-needed light on mental health. And through it all, we see a wife and mother come to terms with the uncertainties of living with bipolar disorder and reemerge to embrace the new normal with confidence and ease.