Title: The Misunderstood Child
Description: The fully revised and updated must-have resource to help you become a supportive and assertive advocate for your childIn print for more than twenty years, The Misunderstood Child has become the go-to reference guide for families of children with learning disorders. This newly revised edition provides the latest research and new and updated content, including:- How to identify and address specific disabilities, from dyslexia to sensory integration disorder- New information on the genetics of learning disorders- Expanded sections on attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)- The most recent neurological discoveries about how the brain functions in children with learning disabilities- Insights about other neurological disorders common among individuals with learning disabilities, such as anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive behaviors, anger-control problems, depression, and tic disorders- Resources, Web sites, and organizations that can aid the treatment process and offer support for both parent and childFrom the Trade Paperback edition.
Subjects: Family & Relationships, Nonfiction