Finding a Voice - Damian Quinn

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Auteur(s) : Damian Quinn

Editeur : Dysphasia Pv

Langue : Anglais

Parution : 01/09/2024

Format : Moyen, de 350g à 1kg

Nombre de pages : 178.0

Dimensions : 22.9 x 15.2 x 1.2

ISBN : 9781068792229

Résumé :

What if you understood everything in your mind-but struggled to get the words out?

In Finding a Voice, Damian Quinn shares his lived experience of growing up with Developmental Language Disorder (DLD), a condition that affects how language is processed and expressed.

From childhood through adulthood, Damian describes the frustration of knowing exactly what he wanted to say, but finding it difficult to communicate clearly. Misunderstandings, isolation, and barriers to expression shaped much of his early life-but so did resilience, support, and determination.

With the help of organizations such as Afasic, Damian began to understand his condition and find ways to navigate a world built around communication that did not always work for him.

This memoir offers an honest and personal insight into life with a hidden communication disability.

5.0 out of 5 stars. Great read!

I received my book this afternoon and finished it this evening. DLD and Damo's struggles growing up were fascinating and highly informative. It is sometimes an emotional read, especially when Damo talks about his feelings about failing his parents. Damo is an absolute delight to know, and I know his parents would be immensely proud of who he is today! I urge people to read this book and educate themselves on this fantastic job!

5.0 out of 5 stars. It is A most enjoyable and informative read.

This is the heart-warming story of Damian, who grew up with a Developmental Language Disorder. Damian, at an early age, was diagnosed with a Speech and Language Disorder.

Damian shares his experiences of living with a disability from his early childhood to his adult life, showing how having a disability has not stopped him from achieving great things in life and helping others with Speech and Language Disorders through the charity called Afasic.

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Biographie:
Damian Quinn was born in Luton, Bedfordshire, and is the author of the bestselling memoir *Finding a Voice*.Born with Developmental Language Disorder (DLD), a lifelong communication disability that affects understanding and expression of language, Damian has experienced many of the challenges faced by people living with the condition. His early communication difficulties shaped much of his childhood and inspired him to write about his experiences.Through *Finding a Voice*, Damian shares his personal journey while raising awareness of DLD, a condition that remains widely misunderstood despite affecting millions of people worldwide. His goal is to help readers better understand the realities of living with a communication disorder and to ensure that the voices of people with DLD are heard.Away from his advocacy work, Damian enjoys going to the cinema, socialising with friends, gaming on Xbox, and learning web development. He is passionate about using writing, technology, and public awareness campaigns to improve understanding of Developmental Language Disorder.Connect with Damian online through his website and social media channels to follow his ongoing work in raising awareness of DLD....

Sommaire:
Damian Quinn was born in Luton, Bedfordshire, and is the bestselling author of the memoir *Finding a Voice*. Living with Developmental Language Disorder (DLD)-a lifelong communication disability that affects the understanding and use of language-Damian has experienced firsthand the challenges that millions of people with the condition face every day.Drawing on his own life, *Finding a Voice* offers an honest and inspiring account of growing up with DLD, while shining a light on a condition that remains widely misunderstood despite affecting millions of people worldwide. Through his writing, Damian hopes to challenge misconceptions, encourage greater understanding, and ensure that the voices of people with DLD are heard.Beyond his work as an author, Damian is a passionate advocate dedicated to raising awareness of Developmental Language Disorder. For decades, he has worked to promote understanding, acceptance, and better support for people living with DLD through public awareness campaigns, speaking opportunities, and community engagement.When he isn't writing or advocating, Damian enjoys going to the cinema, socializing with friends, gaming on Xbox, and learning web development. He continues to use writing, technology, and digital media to inspire conversations about DLD and help create a more inclusive world for people with communication differences.Connect with Damian through his website and social media to follow his ongoing work in raising awareness of Developmental Language Disorder....