Provides new evidence and insights derived from original research and life stories to answer questions about what it means for a child to be brought up by a parent with learning difficulties and whether this affects their well-being. 'An extraordinarily good read ... credible, challenging and complex while remaining very readable. Such texts are crucial in breaking down some of the barriers surrounding people with learning disabilities.' - Nursing Times

'This is a fascinating book at several levels ... offers a rich insight into what it's like to have a parent - or two parents - with learning difficulties ... the book combines research with practice and is a must both for researchers and for practitioners.' - Community Care Feb/Mar 1999

'The book provides an excellent review of a broad range of literature and the discussion about narrative research is a welcome addition to the qualitative methodology discourse.' - Child and Family Social Work