Finding the Calm Child Within: Raising Resilient Children with Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (Copernicus Books)
by Sam Goldstein, Robert B. Brooks, Donna DiMaio Rooney, Molly Anthony
This NEW book, written by two renowned psychologists and two Matthews Protocol-supporting parents, tackles this complex condition from all angles. It is a unique collaboration of professional expertise and lived experience provides:
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Valuable insights and effective strategies for managing a range of emotional and behavioral challenges.
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Comprehensive knowledge of DMDD -- from its clinical manifestation to cutting-edge therapeutic interventions.
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Features DMDD families from across the country and as far away as the UK, sharing their dramatic and raw stories of resilience and hope.
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Explains the Matthews Protocol in detail and why it is so promising.
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A collection of helpful tips provided by numerous DMDD parents, highlighting their own discoveries they've made along the way.
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The eight guideposts for building resilience to help children with DMDD navigate their emotions, develop problem-solving skills, and cultivate self-discipline and empathy.
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Strengthening home and school partnerships to ensure that children with DMDD receive the support and accommodations they need to thrive academically and socially.
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A quick reference chart of effective strategies for conflict resolution for children (at home, school, and on the playground)
listing what doesn't tend to work and what does.
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An invaluable resource for parents, caregivers, educators, and mental health professionals.
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Above all, this book gives hope, because there is HOPE!! 38% of the royalties of the sale of this book goes towards the support of this non-profit and website.
Increase your knowledge about DMDD and gain insights into the neurological processes affecting your child. This website also provides thorough information about various medications and recommended dosages that have proven effective over many years. Additionally, you can find guidance on titration procedures and useful tips and strategies.
Please visit the Families tab for more information.
Acquire a more comprehensive insight into DMDD and expand your knowledge concerning the particular medications and dosage recommendations that have demonstrated a remarkable 85-90% proven effectiveness for decades. Research articles will arm you with the knowledge needed to successfully treat DMDD patients.
Please visit the Medical Providers tab for more information.
Educators and therapists in educational settings face challenges in effectively managing children with DMDD. Gain valuable insights and acquire essential strategies for appropriately handling and resolving difficult situations involving these children.
Please visit the Educators/Therapists tab for more information.
Our Purpose
Mission and Vision
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The mission of Revolutionize DMDD is to help transform the lives of children and adolescents suffering from Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD). We provide support for families, schools, and medical professionals by sharing a brain-based treatment and overall philosophy of care to promote successful outcomes.
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We envision a world where the standard of care to treat all children with DMDD is directed at the root cause of their symptoms. By harnessing the extraordinary efforts of the warriors within the DMDD community, as well as the unwavering support of individuals who share in and advocate for our mission, numerous children will be afforded an improved future, while families can commence the process of healing from the devastation they have endured.
Together, we stand shoulder-to-shoulder, refusing to let the chains of destruction hold us down any longer. We strive to heal the wounds inflicted upon the lives torn apart, to mend the broken hearts and ignite the flames of hope once more.
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“Anyone who does anything to help a child in his life is a hero to me.”