The Library hours for the week of November 19th through 23rd are: Monday 8:00 to 11:45 am and 1:15 to 4:00 pm Tuesday 8:00 to 11:45 am and 1:15 to 4:00 pm Wednesday 8:00 to 11:45 am and 1:15 to 2:00 pm Thursday … Read more »
Month: November 2018
The image of disability: Essays on media representations
“A mainstay of modern life, the global media gives out information about disabilities that is often inaccurate or negative and perpetuates oppressive stigmas and discrimination. “In response to representations that have been incomplete, misguided or unimaginative, this collection of new essays encourages scholars and allies to refashion media so as to disrupt the status… Read more »
Awkward: The social dos and don’ts of being a young adult
“AWKWARD: The Social Dos and Don’ts of Being a Young Adult breaks down family, friends, work, and community social situations to help provide tips on socially acceptable behavior in everyday situations. Each situation includes examples of dos and don’ts that relate to different perspectives and learning styles. The “do” section is intended to teach… Read more »
If your adolescent has ADHD: An essential resource for parents
“This book is a readable, reliable guide to evidence-based treatments for ADHD including behavioral therapy, medications, and educational interventions. Some approaches, such as school-based mentoring, have been little discussed in other parenting books. The authors also offer effective behavioral strategies that can be used at home, including communication and negotiation, problem solving, rewards, strategic punishments… Read more »
Life of the mind interrupted: Essays on mental health and disability in higher education
“Academia isn’t an easy place to be if your brain isn’t quite right. “The essays in this book cover topics such as disclosure of disabilities, accommodations and accessibility, how to be a good abled friend to a disabled person, the trigger warnings debate, and more. Written for a popular audience, for those with disabilities and… Read more »