A Parent's Guide to Developmental Delays
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A Parent's Guide to Developmental Delays by Laurie Fivozinsky Lecomer
Essential information for any parent with a child who might have cognitive, physical, or emotional delaysDevelopmental delays affect millions of children each year, and often go undetected until an alert and caring parent recognizes there's a problem. In A Parent's Guide to Developmental Delays, special education expert and consultant Laurie LeComer, M.Ed., provides parents with accessible and up-to-date guidance.
Using real-life examples and case studies along with checklists, exercises, and other hands-on advice, the book covers a range of delays and disorders that include autism, ADHD, learning disabilities, Sensory Processing Disorder, aggressive behavior, and motor-control problems.
Topics include:
* Spotting the "red flags" of delayed development, for every age group
* Identifying your child's specific challenges
* Acting swiftly in order to gain the advantages of early intervention
* Getting a diagnosis and treatment plan that fits your child's needs
* Working with teachers, health professionals, and specialists for maximum results
* Tracking your child's progress
* Understanding your rights and making the most of every available resource
* Trusting your instincts in order to help your child learn, develop, and thrive
Laurie Fivozinsky LeComer, EdM, is a special educator and a nationally recognized behavioral and developmental consultant. She is the author of The Socially Included Child.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780399532313 |
| ISBN 10 | 0399532315 |
| Title | A Parent's Guide to Developmental Delays |
| Author | Laurie Fivozinsky Lecomer |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Penguin Putnam Inc |
| Year published | 2006-01-03 |
| Number of pages | 304 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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