Washoe County Library System

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North Valleys Library - Adult Nonfiction
616.8588 GAUS 2011
1 available

Description

"Being "different" is old news for adults with Asperger syndrome and high-functioning autism (AS/HFA), whether they were diagnosed as children or only recently. Meeting a huge demand and providing indispensable practical guidance, prominent therapist Valerie Gaus shows how difference can be a strength. By mastering specific coping and problem-solving skills that "neurotypical" folks take for granted, people with AS/HFA can achieve greater success...

2) The care & keeping of you 2: the body book for older girls

Author

Natterson, Cara Familian

Publisher

American Girl

Pub. Date

[2012]

Language

English

On Shelf

North Valleys Library - Children's Nonfiction
J 613.0424 NATTER 2012
1 available

Spanish Springs Library - Children's Nonfiction
J 613.0424 NATTER 2012
1 available

Description

"This thoughtful advice book will guide you through the next steps of growing up. With illustrations and expert contributors, this book covers new questions about periods, your growing body, peer pressure, personal care, and more! Written by Dr. Cara Natterson for girls 10 and up, The Care & Keeping of You 2 follows up the original bestseller with even more in-depth details about the physical and emotional changes you're going through"--

3) The queen of distraction: how women with ADHD can conquer chaos, find focus, and get more done

Author

Matlen, Terry

Publisher

New Harbinger Publications, Incorporated

Pub. Date

2014.

Language

English

On Shelf

North Valleys Library - Adult Nonfiction
616.8589 MATLEN 2014
1 available

Spanish Springs Library - Adult Nonfiction
616.8589 MATLEN 2014
1 available

Description

"Do you rule the realm of disorganization, clutter, and chaos? Are you constantly battling to get things done? Are you ready to give up and toss your day planner into the dungeon (otherwise known as your closet)? If so, you might just be The Queen of Distraction. And whether or not you've been formally diagnosed with attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), you probably already know that something's got to give. The Queen of Distraction presents...

4) Mujeres de 60: pequeño manual ilustrado de resistencia

Author

Levy, Hilda V

Publisher

Editorial Sudamericana

Pub. Date

2006

Language

Español

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North Valleys Library - Adult Nonfiction - World Languages
SPANISH 305.2442 LEV 2006
1 available

Social Emotional Learning for Kids

5) Step into my power: a guide to feeling good and living your best life

Author

Wilson, Jamia

Publisher

Wide Eyed Editions

Pub. Date

2022

Language

English

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North Valleys Library - Children's Nonfiction
J 158 WILSON 2022
1 available

Description

"This newly updated and extended version of Step Into Your Power, filled with insights, stories, and activities, teaches you how to discover your own inner strength and mental resilience, and to learn how to harness your own power. You’ve heard about heroes and read about the greats, but maybe you’re not feeling so great yourself right now? Learn from the lived experience of author Jamia Wilson and illustrator Andrea Pippins as they mentor you...