Jessica Kingsley Publishers London & Philadelphia 2005 Paperback, 176 pages ISBN: 1-84310-806-2 Table of Contents
|
Understanding Sensory DysfunctionLearning, Development and Sensory Dysfunction in Autism Spectral Disorders, ADHD, Learning Disabilities and Bipolar DisorderPolly Godwin Emmons and Liz McKendry AndersonAbout our book:Our goal in writing this book is to help children with sensory dysfunction and the adults in their lives gain a better understanding of themselves as they attempt to understand the world around them. We hope that this book provides useful information and insights to help in achieving this goal. In the chapters, we discuss some ways to tease apart what behaviors might be attributed to sensory dysfunction, the importance of early identification, and possible home and school strategies and interventions. As you read our book, we encourage you to reflect on your own personal framework regarding sensory integration and possible dysfunction... what you already know, what you are already doing and what information may be most helpful to you. Reviews: ...take the mystery out of sensory dysfunction.... - MAAP, 2005 Vol.3 Parents and professionals new to sensory dysfunction will find this book helpful in understanding what is sensory integration and sensory dysfunction, how to assess it, and how to help these individuals be at their best both at home and at school ...rooted in real case studies and practical solutions... - 0-19 magazine, 09/2005 ...useful in helping the reader understand the complexities of this condition. The authors are both parents and teachers who have travelled this journey with their own children. It is a supportive book for parents, caregivers and teachers, presenting information and strategies for the reader to enable them to have a greater awareness of the behavior and associated symptoms. ...focus on the real-life problems... - Education Otherwise Methods for identifying problem area and the resultant strategies for coping and helping are given in detail. Actual case histories are given with bracketed notes showing how each sensory problem links with the concomitant behavior. A Must Read - Lynn E. Olcott (New York, USA) This book has important wisdom for parents and teachers. The authors write very compassionately and very professionally about the process of helping kids with a number of disorders that can interfere with learning. They are very helpful, and always respectful of the children whose learning patterns they are describing. There should be more books like this available in teacher training and parent support. Excellent advice - Lisa B. (Washington, D.C.) Authors Emmons and Anderson are both special education teachers, as well as moms of children with sensory integration difficulties, and it shows. Their insightful book offers excellent strategies for helping children with SI dysfunction, especially when it occurs concurrently with autism, Asperger's, ADHD or bi-polar disorder. Outstanding Book - Jean M. Van Buskirk (USA) An easy to read comprehensive look at sensory dysfunction covering symptoms, definitions, diagnosis as well as assessments, curriculum strategies and modifications in the environment. A must have resource for parents, caregivers, educators and therapists. |