The Tourette Syndrome and OCD Checklist: A Practical Reference for Parents and Teachers: 5 (J-B Ed: Checklist) - Softcover

Conners, Susan

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0470623330 ISBN 13: 9780470623336

Publisher: Jossey-Bass, 2011

Synopsis

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. The Tourette Syndrome/OCD Checklist helps parents and teachers to better understand children and youth with TS and/or OCD and provide the support and interventions these children need. Presented in a simple, concise, easy-to-read checklist format, the book is packed with the latest research, practical advice, and information on a wide range of topics.

• Provides a wealth of information on Tourette Syndrome, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, and related conditions
• Includes strategies for discipline and behavior management, advice on supporting and motivating kids with TS and OCD, homework tips, and more
• Shows how to educate peer students about TS and OCD

Loaded with practical information, strategies, and resources, this book helps parents and teachers to better understand Tourette Syndrome and OCD and shows how every individual can reach their potential in school and in life.

About this title

About the Author

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.

From the Back Cover

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

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

Edition details

• Publisher: Jossey-Bass
• Publication date: 2011
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0470623330
• ISBN 13: 9780470623336
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 192