A growing number of children appear to be experiencing delays or difficulties in their speech, language and communication skills. In this book, the author outlines how to identify these children and how to support them effectively. This pracitcal guide to the field of speech, language and communication needs (SLCN) is a timely and practical guide for early years' professionals, as well as the non-specialist pracitioner, and parents or carers.

When working with children whose development is causing concern, it can be difficult to know how best to help. This practical guide to Dyspraxia and Neuro-Developmental Delay has been written to support all early years' professionals, as well as the non-specialist practitioner and parents or carers. The book includes: signs of Dyspraxia and Neuro-Developmental Delay, a guide to what is meant by these terms, practical ways to support and help the child and practical ways to support parents ...

If a child is not meeting expected milestones it can be a source of great anxiety for parents and teachers. This forthright guide offers practical advice on how to recognize the signs of developmental delay, address difficulties effectively, and help the child to flourish.Mary Mountstephen presents a practical approach to dealing with developmental delay, equipping readers with the knowledge, understanding and tools to tackle problems successfully. By clearly explaining how children...

The purpose of this guide is to help educators (teachers and administrators) become acquainted with identifying and meeting the needs of the student with Asperger's Syndrome. Public school, while often difficult for typical students, can be a nightmare for those students with Asperger's Syndrome. Without information and training in this disability, teachers face confusion and frustration in light of the unusual behaviors and lack of social skills. Without training, students with Asperger's...

Dyslexia impairs the ability of some children to learn. Lucky children are diagnosed with dyslexia early on, and their teachers and guardians can help them to succeed despite the difficulties related to the condition. Older children and adults, who are diagnosed late, or after their academic careers, may develop a fear of learning, and various insecurities, due to their inability to learn without some assistance. Dyslexia: Problems and Solutions explains the nature of the condition, and a ...

Typically, borderline personality disorder is defined as a mental health disorder that causes people to have turbulent feelings which result in turbulent actions. More often than not, these feelings and actions occur over an extended period of time. Therefore, a diagnosis of borderline personality disorder cannot be made unless an individual has displayed these characteristics for several months to a period of several years. In addition, most mental health experts avoid making a diagnosis ...

If you have Asperger’s syndrome (AS) or your child or partner does, life can be challenging, difficult and emotionally draining. From coming to terms with a diagnosis and receiving specialist counselling to pursuing careers and maintaining long term relationships, this essential guide takes a positive and practical approach to living with AS. Using tried and tested strategies from those who have lived with the condition, you will discover how to develop communication, ho...

Antisocial personality disorder is characterized by a failure to social obligations and a lack of concern for the feelings of others. There is a pattern of disparity between behavior and social norms. The behavior is not immediately changed from negative consequences. There is a low tolerance and a low threshold for discharge of aggression. This model begins in childhood or early adolescence.

Temple Grandin has had a long lasting impact on the Autism Community. She is by far the most famous person living with Autism. While there are many positive factors to her legacy there are also some hidden negative impacts on how her legacy has affected autism. This book explores some of those hidden negative impacts her legacy has had on the future of your autistic child. This book will help you prepare to face some of those negative impacts and ideally overcome them before it is too late...

A clearly explained guide to helping pupils cope with their dyslexia, this book dispels common myths and includes:* Comprehensive coverage of dyslexia -what it is and what causes it* Action plans to help pupils overcome their difficulties with reading, writing, spelling and maths* Advice on how pupils with dyslexia can boost their memory, concentration and motivation* Checklists for identifying pupils' dyslexia

Meet Zoe - a young girl with dyslexia. Zoe invites readers to learn about dyslexia from her perspective. She helps readers to understand the challenges faced by a child with dyslexia, explaining what dyslexia is and how it affects her at home and at school. Zoe describes exactly why she finds reading, writing and words so difficult, and how other people can help her in these areas.This illustrated book is ideally suited for readers aged 7 and upwards, and will be an excellent way t...

Meet Tom - a young boy with autism. Tom invites readers to learn about autism from his perspective, helping them to understand what it is and explaining the challenges he faces with issues such as social communication, sensory overload and changes in his routine. Tom tells readers about all the ways he can be helped and supported by those around him.This illustrated book is ideally suited for readers aged 7 and upwards, and will be an excellent way to increase understanding about a...