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For Lesbian Parents
A Guide to Helping Your Family Grow Up Happy, Healthy, and Proud
Johnson, Suzanne M.
O'Connor, Elizabeth
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BOOK SUMMARY
Raising a child is overwhelming, thrilling, exhausting, terrifying, and joyous--and all at the same time. In addition to the adjustments that any new parents must make, lesbian mothers face numerous special questions and concerns. From "coming out" to you

BOOK SYNOPSIS

AUTHOR BIO
Suzanne M. Johnson, PhD, and Elizabeth O'Connor, PhD, received their doctorates in developmental psychology from the State University of New York at Stony Brook. They live on Long Island, New York, with their two daughters. Dr. Johnson has been a researcher and professor for 16 years, and is currently Professor and Chairperson of Psychology at Dowling College. Dr. O'Connor, a stay-at-home mom, is a researcher and writer focusing on child development, adult relationships, and families.

BOOK REVIEWS
"At last, a practical book on lesbian parenting, including 'dos and don'ts,' sound advice, enlightening anecdotes, and plenty of resources. [ital]For Lesbian Parents[/ital] addresses issues particular to lesbian mothers as well as situations universal to all new parents. A ¿must' read for lesbian mothers and moms-to-be, as well as all those lucky enough to have such a family in their lives."/m-/LeslÉa Newman, author of [ital] Heather Has Two Mommies[/ital]

"Enriched with practical and theoretical advice, first-hand experience, and professional knowledge, this book will help make a tremendous difference in the lives of lesbian parents. Personally, I couldn't put it down! I've read a lot of books on gay and lesbian parenting, and this one is truly incredible. I expect to turn to it time and time again as a valuable resource in parenting my own child. It is important that this book finds its way into lesbian-headed households, classrooms exploring diversity issues, and therapy offices all over the country. It is a comprehensive tool that provides a better understanding of the unique issues and concerns of lesbian parents and their children."/m-/Kelly Taylor, Editor-in-Chief, [ital] Proud Parenting Magazine [ital] (formerly [ital]Alternative Family Magazine[/ital])

"This is an essential handbook for lesbian parents and those considering parenthood. Johnson and O'Connor's extensive background in developmental psychology enables them to offer deep insight into a variety of childrearing issues, concerns, and questions. The book is also a 'must' read for psychologists, social workers, and other professionals working with our growing population of lesbian parents."/m-/Sharon A. Cuff, MA, MSW, CSW

"Lesbian mothers are surely pioneers, with few resources to turn to for guidance on the unique issues they and their children face. Reading this book will help lesbian parents feel less alone. Couple issues, child development, schooling, sexuality, gender, and religion are all addressed. Perhaps most important, the book offers invaluable advice and tips on helping children cope with homophobia in the wider world."/m-/Arlene ("Dear Ari") Istar Lev, CSW-R, CASAC, family therapist, Choices Counseling and Consulting


"[The authors] artfully weave both scientific research and a personal flavor ro make this book an informative and enjoyable read....For Lesbian Parents is a wonderful resource for clinicians, teachers, and the lay public....Clinicians may assign any chapter as an independent reading according to the needs of a client....This reviewer strongly recommends For Lesbian Parents: Your Guide to Helping Your Family Grow Up Happy, Healthy, and Proud as a foundational reading for lesbian mothers and for any professional working with lesbian parents."--Journal of Feminist Family Therapy

"I liked For Lesbian Parents. It spoke directly to me, both as a lesbian mom and as a psychiatrist who treats lesbian moms. The book provides a mix of narratives, friendly advice, explanations about psychological development, evidence-based facts, and annotated resource lists....The authors generally do not limit themselves to describing the issues; they present concrete advice that is developmentally sound. They give anecdotes based on many women's experience. They are direct and use refreshingly simple language that does not get bogged down in political correctness. Humor and sarcasm lighten the read further....Accessible to an audience without psychological training....For those of use treating lesbian parents, the book can be a tool for psychotherapy. For those of use who are lesbian parents ourselves, the book simply feels good."--Journal of Gay & Lesbian Psychotherapy

"...a wonderful resource for clinicians, teachers and the lay public. Johnson and O'Connor have written this book in a manner that provides a large amount of accurate information without forcing the reader to wade through dense jargon or dry research....This reviewer strongly recommends For Lesbian Parents: Your Guide to Helping Your Family Grow Up Happy, Healthy, and Proud as a foundational reading for lesbian mothers and for any professional working with lesbian parents."--Journal of Feminist Family Therapy

"The reassuring tone of the writers--who have themselves 'been there'
--will make this book a must for many lesbian parents-to-be." --Curve Magazine

"...this frank, informed book is recommended for parenting as well as gay studies collections." --Library Journal

"While the book is very much in the form of a 'How To' manual, the style of writing is very accommodating. The authors have also taken the time to sprinkle factoids and quotes from other lesbian moms liberally throughout the book and to list helpful resources at the end of each chapter. The research here has been extensive, with the authors carefully working with a diverse group of lesbian mothers to get and verify data. The result of this is that their subject matter easily moves beyond the tried and true (and overdone)....There are also helpful lists of questions and suggestions for getting yourself and your children through every crisis imaginable....if you are a parent or thinking about becoming one, this work should definitely be the first thing you pick up and check out." --The Texas Triangle

"...a virtual Dr. Spock for dykes." --Out

"Authors Suzanne M. Johnson and Elizabeth O'Connor are experts on the challenges facing lesbian families: both developmental psychologists, they are coparenting two daughters. Their book...offers help on explaining lesbianism to children and explores what lesbian parents can do to help children explain their family situation to their peers. Johnson and O'Connor also explore the complexity of dealing with the attitudes of the outside world, including relatives, schools, and doctors or mental health specialists." --Publishers Weekly

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MORE BOOK INFO
ISBN: 1572306637
ISBN(13-digit): 9781572306639
Copyright: 2001
Dewey Decimal: 306.874/3
Library of Congress: 00065420
Book Publisher: Guilford Pubn
Language: ENG
No. of Pages: 248
Paper Weight (lb): 0.75

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