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, M.Ed., 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 E. Marshak, Ph.D.

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

Chapter Fifteen: A Closing Thought
Laura E. 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