TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction

Laura E. Marshak, Ph.D.

Chapter One: The Structure and Foundation of a Good Marriage

Laura E. Marshak, Ph.D.

Chapter Two: No Longer Cruising Down the River:
The Early Stage of Adjusting to Disability
Laura E. Marshak, Ph.D.

Chapter Three: Practical Solutions to Practical Problems
Fran P. Prezant, M.Ed., CCC-SLP

Chapter Four: Communicating and Problem-Solving as a Couple
Laura E. Marshak, Ph.D.

Chapter Five: Romance and Sexual Intimacy
Laura E. Marshak, Ph.D.

Chapter Six: Negotiating and implementing Livable Roles
Fran P. Prezant M.Ed., CCC-SLP

 
Chapter Seven: Stress Management and Coping Strategies
(or Don’t Forget to Breathe!)
Fran P. Prezant, MEd., CCC-SLP

Chapter Eight: Heartfelt Conflicts: Opposing Views on Protection, Expectations, and Helping Your Child
Laura E. Marshak, Ph.D.

Chapter Nine: Supports Outside of Your Family
Fran P. Prezant, M.Ed., CCC-SLP

 
Chapter Ten: Serious Marital Troubles
Laura E. Marshak, Ph.D.

 
Chapter Eleven: A Marriage Transformed
Laura E. Marshak, Ph.D.

 
Chapter Twelve: Divorce Considerations
Laura E. Marshak, Ph.D.

 
Chapter Thirteen: Remarriage: The Need to Do It Differently
Laura F. Marshak, Ph.D.

 
Chapter Fourteen: Learning from Long-Term Marriages
Laura E. Marshak, Ph.D.

Chapter Fifteen: A Closing Thought
Laura B. Marshak, Ph.D.

 
Appendix 1: More Advice from Parents
Appendix 2: Experiences Transformed into Poetry
Appendix 3: Participant Responses to Selected Survey Items
Resources
References & Suggested Reading

Index