Facing learning disabilities in the adult years
Joan Shapiro, Rebecca Rich.
Bok Engelsk 1999 · Electronic books
| Utgitt | New York : : Oxford University Press, , 1999.
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| Omfang | 1 online resource (216 p. )
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| Opplysninger | Bibliographic Level Mode of Issuance: Monograph. - What is a learning disability? -- What causes a learning disability? -- How we process information -- The right diagnosis -- Dyslexia -- The challenge of reading, writing, and mathematics -- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder -- Psychosocial factors -- Educational interventions -- Learning disabilities and higher education -- Learning disabilities and employment -- Vocational rehabilitation -- Interviews with adults with learning disabilities -- Appendix A. Legislation and court cases pertaining to learning disabilities -- Appendix B. Related professionals -- Appendix C. Selected tests used for older adolescents and adults -- Appendix D. Professional organizations and agencies -- Appendix E. Guides for college planning -- Appendix F. Professional journals.. - "Facing Learning Disabilities in the Adult Years is an invaluable resource not only for learning disabled adults, but also high school and college students with learning disabilities, their parents, and professionals across disciplines. Here is the most up-to-date information on the causes and symptoms of learning disabilities, specific conditions such as attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder and dyslexia, a review of definitions, an update of research and advances in the neurosciences, assessment and intervention, pertinent legal issues, making college and employment plans, the role of professionals, and much more."--Jacket.
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| ISBN | 0195113357
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