"Daily Telegraph" Learning and Attention Disorders
Robinson Publishing
Published on 8. March 2002
Book
Paperback/Softback
224 pages
978-1-84119-473-8 (ISBN)
Description
This much needed guide clearly describes the main recognized learning disabilities, and offers for the first time balanced advice for the parents of a diagnosed child. This edition includes: - How learning disability assessments are carried out and provides up-to-date discussion of treatment. - Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), dyslexia and other learning disabilities - The pros and cons of currently popular prescribed drugs As well as setting out the key facts, respected paediatrician William Feldman shows how a child with special needs has to be considered as part of the family dynamic. This book is full of valuable advice on how to live with a learning disorder - from day to day and into a bright future.
Reviews / Votes
"- 'Clear and honest, this book treats its readers as adults and offers reassurance to all parents of children with learning disabilities.' Dr James Le Fanu, The Daily TelegraphMore details
Series
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Little, Brown Book Group
Product notice
Paperback (UK-B)
Dimensions
Height: 197 mm
Width: 130 mm
Weight
175 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-84119-473-8 (9781841194738)
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Persons
Dr William Feldman is internationally known for his publications in the field of paediatrics, including The 3am Handbook. He is the former head of the Division of General Pediatrics at the Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto, Canada.