Child With Spina Bifida

First published in 1977, this book focuses on the disability of spina bifida in children. Children with the condition frequently suffer with severe physical handicaps such as lower limb paralysis and incontinence, as well as intellectual impairment. It can be difficult for the families of these multiply handicapped children and they often require the help of professionals from many disciplines. In this book, the authors focus on practical suggestions for alleviating many of the problems brought about by the condition. Their suggestions are designed to help parents, as well as professionals.

List of contents

Acknowledgements; Authors’ Acknowledgements; Introduction 1. Medical Aspects 2. Families with a Spina Bifida Child 3. Abilities, Attainments and Schooling 4. The Child and the Adolescent In Society; Appendicies

About the author

Elizabeth M. Anderson, Bernie Spain

Summary

First published in 1977, this book focuses on the disability of spina bifida in children. this book, the authors focus on practical suggestions for alleviating many of the problems brought about by the condition. Their suggestions are designed to help parents, as well as professionals.

Product details

• Authors: Elizabeth M. Anderson, Elizabeth M. Spain Anderson, Anderson Elizabeth M., Bernie Spain, Spain Bernie
• Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd.
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 30.05.2017
• EAN: 9781138101548
• ISBN: 978-1-138-10154-8
• No. of pages: 364
• Series: Routledge Library Editions: Children and Disability
• Subjects: Guides > Health; Humanities, art, music > Education > Social education, social work; Social sciences, law, business > Social sciences (general); SOCIAL SCIENCE / Social Work, SOCIAL SCIENCE / Children's Studies, Social Work, Age groups: children, Coping with / advice about physical impairments / disability, HEALTH & FITNESS / Disability