Finding Perspective...Raising Children Affected by FASD

“Finally here is a book to help parents, caregivers and professionals with daily living and care for those children affected by Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder. This excellent book is the first one I have seen that guides parents after the diagnosis is made and helps them to understand the different areas of brain dysfunction, the practical implications in the daily living and an excellent plan of action for critical issues in these children’s lives. The book is filled with very good and practical advice not only for children but also for the young adults transitioning to the adult world. Liz Lawryk brings her experience forward with a great sense of humour, and most particularly with lots of hope for a possible positive outcome. This is a book I would recommend to all parents, caregivers and professional dealing with children and adults affected by FASD.”

Dr. Heidemarie Schroter, MD,FRCPC
Clinical Assistant Professor, Pediatrics, University of Calgary, Alberta, Canada

“An inspirational, encouraging and exceptionally resourceful work of art! As parents of children of FASD special needs, you give us a rainbow of hope in the pages of this awesome book!”

Nancy and Jim McPhee, Foster and Adoptive Parents

“Finding Perspective ... Raising Successful Children Affected by Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder" is a wonderful meld of up-to-date information about the wide array of FASD symptoms and practical strategies and interventions.  Liz Lawryk has succeeded in clearly conveying the complexity of these children through numerous case examples from her own practice, as well as drawing upon the scientific literature.  She has the ability to interpret seemingly confusing or even bizarre behaviors in the context of CNS dysfunction, and then offers viable, creative interventions that any parent or caregiver of a child with FASD will find useful.  Suffused throughout the book is Ms. Lawryk's compassion for these children and their families, her insistence that we highlight and celebrate their many strengths, and her unique sense of humour. This book is not only useful but a delight to read - I recommend it most highly.”

John Pearce, PhD, RPsych.
Child Abuse Service
Alberta Children's Hospital, Calgary, Alberta, Canada 

“As a person affected by FASD, I learned a lot about why I do what do and how to help myself. It made me feel good hearing that I can have a good future”.