Tics and Tourette Syndrome : A Handbook for Parents and Professionals.
Title:
Tics and Tourette Syndrome : A Handbook for Parents and Professionals.
Author:
Chowdhury, Uttom.
ISBN:
9781846420061
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Physical Description:
1 online resource (162 pages)
Contents:
Tics and Tourette Syndrome: A Handbook for Parents and Professionals -- Contents -- List of tables -- Foreword by Isobel Heyman -- ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS -- Preface -- 1. What is Tourette Syndrome? -- 2. Psychological and Medical Management -- 3. Associated Conditions -- 4. Adjusting to the Diagnosis: Parents and Family Members -- 5. Dealing with Tics and Difficult Behaviour -- 6. Anger Management -- 7. Educational Issues -- 8. Dealing with Bullying -- 9. Ways to Improve Your Child's Self-esteem -- APPENDIX I: GLOSSARY -- APPENDIX II: USEFUL READING MATERIAL AND ADDRESSES -- REFERENCES -- SUBJECT INDEX -- AUTHOR INDEX.
Abstract:
This book explains the clinical signs and symptoms of Tourette and related conditions, and their possible causes. Presenting strategies for dealing with associated difficulties, including low self-esteem, anger-management and bullying, this book will be invaluable to parents, teachers, social workers and other professionals.
Local Note:
Electronic reproduction. Ann Arbor, Michigan : ProQuest Ebook Central, 2017. Available via World Wide Web. Access may be limited to ProQuest Ebook Central affiliated libraries.
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