Karina Hopper was inspired to write this book after being unable to find a similar resource to use with two of her children who had delayed speech. She has worked as special needs support assistant and is currently studying for a creative writing diploma. Karina lives with her three children in Romford, UK.
Spotlights two of the most prevalent and researched genetically based disabilities - Down syndrome and Fragile X syndrome. This text clarifies the distinct speech and language issues associated with each disorder and helps readers conduct individualized assessment and intervention.
Social and Communication Intervention for Autism Spectrum Disorders
The new, revised second edition of DO-WATCH-LISTEN-SAY provides a thoughtful, comprehensive approach to addressing the complex social and communication challenges characteristic of autism, offering cutting-edge, well-researched techniques for helping children acquire vital social and communication skills.
Evidence-Based Intervention Strategies for Communication and Social Inte
For Speech Language Pathologists (SLPs) preparing to work with children who have autism spectrum disorders, selecting effective interventions for communication and social challenges is critically important. This accessible book gives SLPs the in-depth knowledge they need to evaluate, choose, and apply today's best interventions for communication ......
Get explicit, evidence-based AAC strategies that improve the communication of learners with severe disabilities in school settings. Includes a CD-ROM with more than 35 forms, plus helpful hints, research highlights, and case studies.
David Nash is a speech and language therapist based at Freeman College in Sheffield, UK, a specialist college for young people with complex communication difficulties aged 16 to 24.
For children, adolescents, and adults with autism, AAC can have a tremendous positive impact on communication, social skills, and behaviour. Now there's a comprehensive, up-to-date research volume that shows professionals what today's most effective AAC methods are - and why they're a perfect fit with a variety of learning approaches that work for ......
All humans have an innate need and ability to communicate with others, and this book presents successful approaches to nurturing communicative abilities in people who have some type of communication impairment.The contributors look at a wide range of approaches, including intensive interaction, co-creative communication, sensory integration and ......
Addresses assessment and intervention for children and adolescents with developmental language disorders. This work includes a section that discusses assessment and target selection for children across a span of ages and also addresses the topics of regional dialects, English Language Learning, and the influence of legislation.
