Web Directory

» Children and Grief
   Discusses how children handle grief and loss and which signs indicate they have difficulty coping (AACAP Facts For Families).
   http://www.aacap.org/publications/factsfam/grief.htm

» Dealing With a Health Condition
   Explains teenagers how to cope, to take control, deal with others.
   http://kidshealth.org/teen/your_mind/problems/deal_chronic_illness.html

» Parental Advice on Coping with Chronic Illness of your Child
   Tips how to explain, deal with emotions, use discipline, keep a family routine, and cope with strangers.
   http://www.parenting-ed.org/handout3/Specific Concerns and Problems/coping with chronic illness.htm

» Shared Vision
   Complete article (also as PDF) on longterm needs, financial and medical planning.
   http://pediatrics.aappublications.org/cgi/content/full/105/1/S2/277

» The Child With a Long-Term Illness
   AACAP Facts For Families describes the risk for developing associated emotional problems as the child must must cope with a disease that is here to stay and may even get worse.
   http://www.aacap.org/publications/factsfam/illness.htm

» What is a Chronic Illness?
   Explains to children what their ill friend or relative experiences and what they can do themselves.
   http://endoflifecare.tripod.com/kidsyoungadults/id23.html

» Youth in Transition
   Article on transitions in youth with chronic health disorders advises their caregivers in assisting to gradual independence and self-management.
   http://www3.bc.sympatico.ca/steeksma/Medical/transition.htm