Learning Disabilities Sourcebook, 6th Ed.

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Provides basic consumer health information about the signs, symptoms, and diagnosis of various learning disabilities and other conditions that impact learning, along with facts about early intervention and the special education process, advice for coping at home and school, and handling the transition to adulthood. Includes index, glossary of related terms, and other resources.

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• Disabilities
• Reference
• Sourcebook
• Disability
• Health

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• Publié par: Infobase Publishing
• Date de parution: 01 mai 2019
• Nombre de lectures: 0
• EAN13: 9780780817043
• Langue: English

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Learning Disabilities
SOURCEBOOK
Sixth Edition
Health Reference Series
Learning Disabilities
SOURCEBOOK
Sixth Edition
Basic Consumer Health Information about Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, Dysgraphia, Speech, Language, and Communication Disorders, Auditory and Visual Processing Disorders, and Other Conditions That Make Learning Difficult, Including Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Down Syndrome and Other Chromosomal Disorders, Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders, Hearing and Visual Impairment, Autism and Other Pervasive Developmental Disorders, and Traumatic Brain Injury
Along with Facts about Diagnosing Learning Disabilities, Early Intervention, the Special Education Process, Assistive Technology, and Accommodations, and Guidelines for Life-Stage Transitions, Suggestions for Coping with Daily Challenges, a Glossary of Related Terms, and a Directory of Additional Resources

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Bibliographic Note
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OMNIGRAPHICS
Angela L. Williams, Managing Editor
 
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Copyright © 2019 Omnigraphics
 
ISBN 978-0-7808-1703-6
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Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data
Names: Omnigraphics, Inc., issuing body.
Title: Learning disabilities sourcebook: basic consumer health information about dyslexia, dyscalculia, dysgraphia, speech and communication disorders, auditory and visual processing disorders, and other conditions that make learning difficult, including attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, Down syndrome and other chromosomal disorders, fetal alcohol spectrum disorders, hearing and visual impairment, autism and other pervasive developmental disorders, and traumatic brain injury; along with facts about diagnosing learning disabilities, early intervention, the special education process, legal protections, assistive technology, and accommodations, and guidelines for life-stage transitions, suggestions for coping with daily challenges, a glossary of related terms, and a directory of additional resources.
Description: Sixth Edition. | Detroit, MI: Omnigraphics, Inc., [2019] | Series: Health reference series | “Angela L. Williams, Managing Editor”--T.p. verso. | Includes bibliographical references and index.
Identifiers: LCCN 2019013874 (print) | LCCN 2019017485 (ebook) | ISBN 9780780817043 (ebook) | ISBN 9780780817036 (hardcover: alk. paper)
Subjects: LCSH: Learning disabilities--United States--Handbooks, manuals, etc. | Learning disabled children--Education--United States--Handbooks, manuals, etc. | Learning disabled--Education--United States--Handbooks, manuals, etc. | Learning disabilities--United States--Diagnosis--Handbooks, manuals, etc.
Classification: LCC LC4705 (ebook) | LCC LC4705.L434 2019 (print) | DDC 371.90973--dc23
LC record available at https://lccn.loc.gov/2019013874
 
 
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Table of Contents
Preface
Part I: Understanding and Identifying Learning Disabilities
Chapter 1—The Brain and Its Function
Section 1.1—Brain Basics: How the Brain Works
Section 1.2—How the Brain Develops
Section 1.3—Early Brain Development and Health
Section 1.4—Executive Function
Chapter 2—Early Learning, Speech, and Language Development Milestones
Section 2.1—Early Learning
Section 2.2—Speech and Language Development Milestones
Section 2.3—Language and Linguistics: Language Acquisition
Chapter 3—Learning Disabilities: An Overview
Chapter 4—Diagnosing Learning Disabilities
Section 4.1—Identifying Learning Problems
Section 4.2—How Are Learning Disabilities Diagnosed?
Chapter 5—Evaluating Children for Learning Disabilities
Chapter 6—Other Facts about Learning Disabilities
Part II: Types of Learning Disabilities
Chapter 7—Auditory Processing Disorder
Chapter 8—Developmental Dyscalculia
Chapter 9—Dysgraphia
Chapter 10—Dyslexia
Section 10.1—Dyslexia Basics
Section 10.2—Brain Activity Pattern Signals Ability to Compensate for Dyslexia
Chapter 11—Gifted but Learning Disabled
Chapter 12—Nonverbal Learning Disability
Chapter 13—Speech, Language, and Communication Disorders
Section 13.1—Voice, Speech, and Language
Section 13.2—Watch for Signs of Speech or Language Delay
Section 13.3—Language and Speech Disorders in Children
Section 13.4—Speech and Language Impairments in Children
Chapter 14—Visual Processing Disorders
Part III: Other Disorders That Make Learning Difficult
Chapter 15—Aphasia and Apraxia of speech
Section 15.1—Aphasia
Section 15.2—Apraxia of Speech
Chapter 16—Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
Section 16.1—What Is Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder?
Section 16.2—Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and Learning Disorder
Chapter 17—Cerebral Palsy
Chapter 18—Chromosomal Disorders
Section 18.1—What Are Chromosomal Disorders?
Section 18.2—47, XYY Syndrome
Section 18.3—Down Syndrome
Section 18.4—Fragile X Syndrome
Section 18.5—Klinefelter Syndrome
Section 18.6—Prader-Willi Syndrome
Section 18.7—Turner Syndrome
Section 18.8—Velocardiofacial Syndrome
Section 18.9—Williams Syndrome
Chapter 19—Emotional Disturbance
Chapter 20—Epilepsy
Chapter 21—Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders
Section 21.1—Facts about Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders
Section 21.2—Alcohol Use and Pregnancy
Chapter 22—Gerstmann Syndrome
Chapter 23—Hearing Disabilities
Section 23.1—Facts about Hearing Disabilities
Section 23.2—Hearing Loss Treatment and Intervention Services
Chapter 24—Pervasive Developmental Disorders
Section 24.1—What Are Pervasive Developmental Disorders?
Section 24.2—Autism
Section 24.3—Asperger Syndrome
Chapter 25—Specific Language Impairment
Chapter 26—Tourette Syndrome
Section 26.1—About Tourette Syndrome
Section 26.2—Other Concerns and Conditions of Tourette Syndrome
Section 26.3—Tourette Syndrome, Other Conditions, and School Measures
Chapter 27—Traumatic Brain Injury
Chapter 28—Visual Impairment
Part IV: Learning Disabilities and the Educational Process
Chapter 29—Decoding Learning Disabilities
Chapter 30—Early Intervention Strategies
Section 30.1—Early Intervention: An Overview
Section 30.2—Parent Notification and Consent in Early Intervention
Section 30.3—Writing the Individualized Family Service Plan for Your Child
Section 30.4—Providing Early Intervention Services in Natural Environments
Section 30.5—Response to Intervention
Chapter 31—Understanding the Special Education Process: An Overview
Chapter 32—Understanding Your Child’s Right to Special Education Services
Section 32.1—Section 504
Section 32.2—The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act
Section 32.3—Every Student Succeeds Act
Chapter 33—Individualized Education Programs
Chapter 34—Supports, Modifications, and Accommodations for Students with Disabilities
Chapter 35—Specialized Teaching Techniques
Section 35.1—Differentiated Instruction
Section 35.2—Speech-Language Therapy
Chapter 36—Coping with School-Related Challenges
Section 36.1—Building a Good Relationship with Your Child’s Teacher
Section 36.2—Parental Involvement in Child’s Success in School and Life
Chapter 37—Alternative Educational Options
Section 37.1—Homeschooling
Section 37.2—Choosing a Tutor
Chapter 38—Transition to High School
Section 38.1—Transition to High School: An Overview
Section 38.2—Frequently Asked Questions about Transition to High School
Chapter 39—Transition to College and Vocational Programs
Part V: Living with Learning Disabilities
Chapter 40—Coping with a Learning Disability
Chapter 41—Parenting a Child with a Learning Disability
Chapter 42—The Impact of Disability on Parenting
Chapter 43—Educating Others about Your Child with a Learning Disability
Chapter 44—Bullying and Learning Disabilities: What Parents Need to Know
Chapter 45—Disability Inclusion
Chapter 46—Self-Esteem Issues and Children with Learning Disabilities
Chapter 47—Life Skills for Teens and Young Adults with Learning Disabilities
Chapter 48—Preparing for Adulthood: Tips for Adolescents with Learning Disabilities
Chapter 49—Employment for People with Learning Disabilities
Chapter 50—Independent Living
Chapter 51—Special Needs Trusts
Part VI: Additional Help and Information
Chapter 52—Glossary of Terms Related to Learning Disabilities
Chapter 53—Directory of Resources Related to Learning Disabilities
Chapter 54—Sources of College Funding for Students with Disabilities
Index
Preface
About This Book
Learning disabilities are neurological disorders that affect the brain’s ability to process, store, and communicate information. They are widespread, affecting as many as 1 out of every 5 people in the United States, according to the U.S. Department of Education. In 2015–16, the number of students between the ages of 3 and 21 receiving special education services was 6.7 million, or 13 percent of all public-school students. Among students receiving special education services, 34 percent had specific learning disabilities. Learning disabilities