Manual of Developmental and Behavioral Problems in Children
Vidya Bhushan Gupta(Author)
Marcel Dekker Inc (Publisher)
1st Edition
Published on 4. November 1998
Book
Hardback
336 pages
978-0-8247-1938-8 (ISBN)
Description
Manual of Developmental and Behavioral Problems in Children presents the latest findings about commonly encountered developmental and behavioral conditions-how to recognize the problem, how to manage it, and when and where to refer-in a concise workbook (or ready-reference) format.
A vital resource for practicing pediatricians and other health professionals who work with children, Manual of Developmental and Behavioral Problems in Children
describes signs and symptoms typical of various childhood developmental, emotional, and psychosocial problems and disorders
highlights standard tests and diagnostic methods used to treat children in clinical, educational, and managed care settings
employs a red flag approach that alerts generalists and family physicians to refer child patients quickly to appropriate specialists
provides pediatric residents with knowledge needed for Pediatric Board certification
discusses the neurobiological bases for childhood disorders such as autism and attention deficit disorder
explores developmental disorders such as Down syndrome, fetal alcohol syndrome, and cerebral palsy
illustrates behavioral dysfunctions such as separation anxiety disorder, sleep disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, and Tourette's syndrome
and much more!
Manual of Developmental and Behavioral Problems in Children is an essential resource for pediatricians and pediatric nurse practitioners; family physicians and physician assistants; neurologists, neuropsychiatrists, psychiatrists, and psychologists; and other health professionals engaged in managed health care, early intervention, and special education services for children.
A vital resource for practicing pediatricians and other health professionals who work with children, Manual of Developmental and Behavioral Problems in Children
describes signs and symptoms typical of various childhood developmental, emotional, and psychosocial problems and disorders
highlights standard tests and diagnostic methods used to treat children in clinical, educational, and managed care settings
employs a red flag approach that alerts generalists and family physicians to refer child patients quickly to appropriate specialists
provides pediatric residents with knowledge needed for Pediatric Board certification
discusses the neurobiological bases for childhood disorders such as autism and attention deficit disorder
explores developmental disorders such as Down syndrome, fetal alcohol syndrome, and cerebral palsy
illustrates behavioral dysfunctions such as separation anxiety disorder, sleep disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, and Tourette's syndrome
and much more!
Manual of Developmental and Behavioral Problems in Children is an essential resource for pediatricians and pediatric nurse practitioners; family physicians and physician assistants; neurologists, neuropsychiatrists, psychiatrists, and psychologists; and other health professionals engaged in managed health care, early intervention, and special education services for children.
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Series
Language
English
Place of publication
New York
United States
Publishing group
Taylor & Francis Inc
Target group
College/higher education
Professional and scholarly
Dimensions
Height: 279 mm
Width: 216 mm
Weight
612 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-8247-1938-8 (9780824719388)
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Schweitzer Classification
Content
Normal Development
Definitions and Milestones
Assessing Development
Developmental Disorders
Mental Retardation
Speech and Language Disorders (Communication Disorders)
Learning Disability
Cerebral Palsy
Hypotonia/Floppy Child Syndrome
Neural Tube Defects
Developmental Coordination Disorder (Developmental Dyspraxia)
Visual Impairment
Hearing Impairment
Seizure Disorders
Developmental Disorders with Behavioral Symptoms
Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD/ADHD)
Infantile Autism (Pervasive Developmental Disorder)
Behavioral Disorders
Introduction to Behavioral Pediatrics
Screening for Behavioral Problems
Difficult Parenting Issues
Anxiety Problems in Children
Negative Behavior Problems
Discipline
Sleep Problems in Infancy and Childhood
Stressful Situations
Habit and Tic Disorders
Miscellaneous Developmental-Behavioral Problems/Issues
Disorders of Elimination
Nonorganic Failure to Thrive
Inborn Errors of Metabolism
Follow-up of the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Graduate
Infants of Substance-Abusing Mothers
Microencephaly
Approach to a Dsymorphic Child
Tests to Assess Children with Disabilities
Prevention of Developmental-Behavioral Problems
Legal and Ethical Issues
Principles of Management
Management of Developmental-Behavioral Problems
Definitions and Milestones
Assessing Development
Developmental Disorders
Mental Retardation
Speech and Language Disorders (Communication Disorders)
Learning Disability
Cerebral Palsy
Hypotonia/Floppy Child Syndrome
Neural Tube Defects
Developmental Coordination Disorder (Developmental Dyspraxia)
Visual Impairment
Hearing Impairment
Seizure Disorders
Developmental Disorders with Behavioral Symptoms
Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD/ADHD)
Infantile Autism (Pervasive Developmental Disorder)
Behavioral Disorders
Introduction to Behavioral Pediatrics
Screening for Behavioral Problems
Difficult Parenting Issues
Anxiety Problems in Children
Negative Behavior Problems
Discipline
Sleep Problems in Infancy and Childhood
Stressful Situations
Habit and Tic Disorders
Miscellaneous Developmental-Behavioral Problems/Issues
Disorders of Elimination
Nonorganic Failure to Thrive
Inborn Errors of Metabolism
Follow-up of the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Graduate
Infants of Substance-Abusing Mothers
Microencephaly
Approach to a Dsymorphic Child
Tests to Assess Children with Disabilities
Prevention of Developmental-Behavioral Problems
Legal and Ethical Issues
Principles of Management
Management of Developmental-Behavioral Problems