Physical, sensory, and health disabilities : an introduction
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Physical, sensory, and health disabilities : an introduction
Merrill, c2000
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Description
The text is appropriate for either the Introductory or Methods course in Physical and/or Health Disabilities in the departments of special education, and occupational and physical therapy.
This book equips students with the knowledge they need to be effective in working with individuals who have physical, sensory and/or health disabilities. The text focuses on the delivery of services to children, provides factual information about the specific disabilities and presents material on barriers that can hinder a full and rewarding life. Collaboration between teachers, counselors, therapists and family is emphasized throughout.
Table of Contents
I. INTRODUCTION.
1. Introduction.
2. A Paradigm Shift.
II. SERVICE DELIVERY.
3. The Services.
4. Techniques.
5. Assistive Technology.
III. THE DISABILITIES.
6. Cerebral Palsy, Spinal Cord Injury, Spina Bifida.
7. Traumatic Brain Injury, Multiple Sclerosis, Epilepsy.
8. Muscular Dystrophy, Arthritis, Amputation, Little People.
9. Health Impairments.
10. Secondary Conditions: Cognitive, Vision, and Hearing.
IV. THE ENVIRONMENT.
11. Issues of Accessibility.
12. Housing.
13. Transportation.
14. Employment.
Resources.
Glossary.
References.
Index.
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