Posted on 20/1/2014

'Reconstruire la vie' (Rebuilding lives): a book by Diane Pelchat

Fondation Dora supported the various research work related to Diane Pelchat’s book, Reconstruire la vie. Défi et espoir pour les pères et les mères d'un enfant ayant un problème de santé (Rebuilding lives: hopes and challenges for mothers and fathers of children with health problems).
In this book, the result of long-term research and extensive clinical experience, Professor Pelchat sets out to better understand the differences and similarities between mothers and fathers in their experiences of life with a child who has special needs. The author looks at this subject from the perspective of parents and the healthcare professionals working alongside them.
The book is aimed at healthcare and education professionals, parents and university students who are interested in working with families of children with special needs.
Diane Pelchat is Professor Emeritus at the University of Montreal. She holds a Master’s in mental health and a doctorate in psychology from the University of Montreal.