On and Off The Spectrum
How do families react, respond and reorganize after receiving a potentially life altering physical or mental health diagnosis, either for themselves or for someone they love? Dr. Esther Hess and Dr. Ann Kirsch, two experienced and well-known psychotherapists offer strategies, guidance and realistic hope through some of the toughest times that families can face.
On and Off The Spectrum
The Sun and Me: My Journey with Sunflower Syndrome
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Dr. Ann and Dr. Estie interview college freshman Uma Nambiar. She has just written a children's book about her and her twin's experience with a rare genetic disorder, from diagnosis to successful treatment. A rare 'child's eye view' of what it's like to feel 'different' in the world, getting support from your community while normalizing medical trauma.
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Composer / Writer / Author: ROSSANO GENTILI - SIAE IPI: 161539866
