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The Doctor & You

Resource Type

Book - Child

Description

"A trip to the doctor's office generally isn't something adults look forward to, and for children it can be frightening. Knowing what to expect will go a long way toward relieving their anxiety. Real-life photographs and line drawings illustrate the instruments and machines they are likely to encounter, and simple text explains the purpose of each. Since control over their bodies is very important to youngsters, their role during a visit is emphasized through a special featured called "Your Job." This tells them what they can do to help with the procedure, and gives them an active role in their own health care. Each section of the book contains a sidebar with answers to the most commonly asked questions, addressing fear of the unknown in an honest and soothing manner. . . . also contains a special page for parents (or caretakers) offering pointers for discussion before and after a visit to the doctor. This is an excellent book for preparing children and assuaging their concerns." -Publisher

Ages

All Ages

Author

Diane Swanson

Publication

2001 Firefly Books

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