Special Needs Education

There's nothing more frustrating than watching your bright, talented son or daughter struggle with everyday tasks like finishing homework, putting away toys, or following instructions at school. Your "smart but scattered" child might also have trouble coping with disappointment or managing anger. Drs. Peg Dawson and Richard Guare have great news: There's a lot you can do to help.

In 1994, Driven to Distraction sparked a revolution in our understanding of attention deficit disorder. Now a second revolution is under way in the approach to ADD, and the news is great. Drug therapies, our understanding of the role of diet and exercise, even the way we define the disorder, all are changing radically. And doctors are realizing that millions of adults suffer from this condition, though the vast majority of them remain undiagnosed and untreated.

Straightforward guide to understanding PDA for anyone needing an overview of the condition. Pathological Demand Avoidance Syndrome (PDA) is a developmental disorder that is being increasingly recognised as part of the autism spectrum. The main characteristic is a continued resistance to the ordinary demands of life through strategies of social manipulation, which originates from an anxiety-driven need to be in control.

Navigating the special education system can be tricky but not impossible. With this guidebook, you'll have all the tools you need to secure top-notch services for your kiddo. Put your game face on and become your child’s fiercest advocate and greatest cheerleader.

**Title Education and Special Needs** **Unlock the Power of Collaboration and Inclusion in Special Education** Discover a game-changing resource that redefines the educational landscape for students with special needs. "Education and Special Needs" is your ultimate guide to creating a collaborative, inclusive, and resilient learning environment that champions the success of every student. **Why Choose This eBook?** **Empower Through Collaboration** Dive into Chapter 1 and explore the critical importance of teamwork. Learn how to define roles, build a supportive team, and establish a ...

Are you on the hunt for more information on the policies, procedures, and laws that surround special education? I’m aware there is a ton of information online, but the available information is often spread across a lot of technical sources, and it is hard to follow. That is why I wrote the Special Education Guidebook Series. I wanted to provide you with guidebooks that you can treat as your bible when it comes to special education. This is a comprehensive guide that you can use for all of your special education needs and queries

Acclaimed professional organizer Judith Kolberg and Dr. Kathleen Nadeau, renowned ADHD clinical psychologist, are back with an updated edition of their classic text for adults with ADD. Their collaboration offers the best understanding and solutions for adults who want to get and stay organized. Listeners will enjoy all new content on organizing digital information, managing distractions, organizing finances, and coping with the "black hole" of the Internet.

This volume is for parents, educators, and students to better understand special education and related services. It is important to have familiarity with the history of special education and related services as this knowledge will empower parents and educators to better utilize special education and related services, which is addressed in-depth in Volume VI - The Application of Special Education Law.

Temple offers helpful dos and don’ts, practical strategies, and try-it-now tips, all based on her insider perspective as well as a great deal of research. Most excitingly, she argues that raising and education for kids on the autism spectrum must focus on their long-overlooked strengths to foster their unique contributions.

What have scientists learned about the causes of autism spectrum disorder? Why do different kids have such different symptoms, and what are the best ways to deal with them? Will there ever be a cure? From leading autism researchers, this accessible guide helps you put the latest advances to work for your unique child. Separating fact from fiction about causes, treatments, and prevention, the book guides you to make lifestyle choices that support the developing brain. 

Melody is not like most people. She cannot walk or talk, but she has a photographic memory; she can remember every detail of everything she has ever experienced. She is smarter than most of the adults who try to diagnose her and smarter than her classmates in her integrated classroom - the very same classmates who dismiss her as mentally challenged because she cannot tell them otherwise. But Melody refuses to be defined by cerebral palsy.

Unlock the support and resources your special needs child deserves with "Supporting Special Needs Children." This comprehensive guide is your ultimate companion on the journey of advocacy, from understanding legal rights to building a case for your child's specific needs. Delve into the essentials of advocacy with an insightful overview of the role of an advocate, legal rights, and effective communication strategies with schools and institutions. Learn how to gather critical documentation and evidence, craft persuasive arguments, and present your case effectively to ensure your child's ...

Many tens of thousands of parents have found the facts they need about high-functioning autism spectrum disorder (ASD), including Asperger's syndrome, in this indispensable guide. Leading experts show how you can work with your child's unique impairments - and harness his or her capabilities.

Why America's sons are underachieving, and what we can do about it. Something is happening to boys today. From kindergarten to college, American boys are, on average, less resilient and less ambitious than they were a mere 20 years ago. The gender gap in college attendance and graduation rates has widened dramatically. In Boys Adrift, Dr. Leonard Sax delves into the scientific literature and draws on more than 20 years of clinical experience to explain why boys and young men are failing in school and disengaged at home.

A diverse collection of autistic voices that highlights how parents can avoid common mistakes and misconceptions, and make their child feel truly accepted, valued, and celebrated for who they are. Most resources available for parents come from psychologists, educators, and doctors, offering parents a narrow and technical approach to autism. Sincerely, Your Autistic Child represents an authentic resource for parents written by autistic people themselves.

The Asperger's syndrome bible for parents and professionals, newly updated with an introduction explaining the DSM-5. The Complete Guide to Asperger's Syndrome is the definitive handbook for anyone affected by Asperger's syndrome (AS). Now including a new introduction explaining the impact of DSM-5 on the diagnosis and approach to AS, it brings together a wealth of information on all aspects of the syndrome for children through to adults.

John Robison argues that Asperger's is about difference, not disability. In this book he offers stories from his own life and from the lives of other Aspergians to give the reader a window into the Aspergian mind. Equally important, he offers practical advice - to Aspergians, their parents, and educators - on how Asperians can improve the weak communication and social skills that keep them from taking full advantage of, or even recognizing, their often remarkable gifts.

Hank Zipzer: He's smart. He's creative. He's funny. His pencils are sharpened. His binders are bound. He wants to do well in school, he really does. He tries not to be lazy, like his parents claim he is. So why is he always getting into trouble?

Meet Special Ed: This story teaches the value of being able to talk to your parents about your fears and to ask questions if confronted with the unknown. In our first book of a five book series, we follow our main character Ed through his incredible life journey. Ed is scared of his first day of school and doesn't know anything about special education. After talking with his parents, he overcomes his fears and is excited for his first day of school.

Do you ever feel like you are being pulled in two different directions with your child's education? Maybe your child is currently being included in the general education program at their school, despite having unique and specific needs due to their disability. Perhaps you are desperate to ensure that your child has access to the very best educational experience they can possibly have. Maybe you are keen to be a more effective partner in your child's education, without feeling overwhelmed with all of the other things you have going on in your life.