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Informationen zum Autor Susan Conners , MEd, is founder and president of the Tourette Syndrome Association of Greater New York State. For twelve years she served on the board of directors of the national Tourette Syndrome Association and established TSA's Education Committee, which she ran for sixteen years. Klappentext Written in down-to-earth language and presented in an easy-to-read checklist format, this book helps parents and teachers better understand children and youth with Tourette Syndrome (TS) and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). Packed with practical advice, information, and the latest research, this vital resource reveals the support and interventions that can help children with Tourette Syndrome and/or OCD succeed. The Tourette Syndrome and OCD Checklist Shows how parents can modify their child's behavior and prevent meltdowns Presents classroom tips for teachers working with children with TS and OCD Includes practical ideas for helping to manage homework assignments Offers proven suggestions for advocating for a child with TS and OCD Recommends techniques for training teachers to work successfully with kids with TS/OCD Provides effective strategies for dealing with challenging behaviors in the classroom Includes a model Functional Behavioral Assessment and Positive Behavior Intervention Plan for students with TS and OCD Contains practical ideas for teaching social skills to kids with TS/OCD and their peers Loaded with useful information, strategies, and resources, The Tourette Syndrome and OCD Checklist shows how children affected by TS and OCD can reach their potential in school and in life. Praise for The Tourette Syndrome and OCD Checklist "[Conners] is an expert guide who has issued us a temporary visa to visit, tour, and experience the world of TS. Unlike Susan and many others with TS, however, the reader can enter and exit this world at his or her own free will. Take time to absorb the multitude of information and advice here and teach your children well." - From the foreword by Cathy L. Budman, MD Zusammenfassung Up-to-date! reliable information about Tourette Syndrome and related disorders for teachers and parents Children with TS are often teased and punished for the unusual yet uncontrollable symptoms of their disorder. Academic failure is common. Inhaltsverzeichnis About This Book. About the Author. Foreword. Preface. Introduction. Section 1: Basic Information About TS, OCD, and Associated Disorders. 1.1. What Is Tourette Syndrome (TS)? 1.2. Manifestations of Motor Tics. 1.3. Manifestations of Vocal Tics. 1.4. Waxing and Waning of Symptoms. 1.5. Suppression of Symptoms. 1.6. Other Related Tic Disorders. 1.7. Medical Treatment of TS. 1.8. Associated Disorders. 1.9. What Is Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)? 1.10. Dysgraphia. 1.11. Executive Dysfunction. 1.12. Depression. 1.13. Sleep Disorders. 1.14. Sensory Processing. 1.15. Learning Disabilities. 1.16. Auditory Processing Difficulties. 1.17. Social Skills Deficits. 1.18. Behavioral Issues. 1.19. What Is Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)? 1.20. Manifestations of OCD. 1.21. Medical Treatments for OCD. 1.22. Behavioral Interventions for OCD. Section 2: Understanding the Impact of TS and OCD. 2.1. Why It Can Be Difficult to Recognize TS and OCD. 2.2. The Impact of TS and OCD on the Family. 2.3. The Impact of TS on School Performance. 2.4. The Impact of OCD on School Performance. 2.5. Tips for Accentuating the Positive. 2.6. Tips for Ensuring Success at School. Section 3: Checklists for Parents. ...
