The Early Intervention Dictionary: A Multidisciplinary Guide to Terminology

Jeanine G. Coleman

ISBN 10: 1890627631 / ISBN 13: 9781890627638

Published by Woodbine House, 2006

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Synopsis:

Newly expanded and updated, The Early Intervention Dictionary defines more than 4,000 medical, therapeutic, and educational terms commonly used by the many different professionals involved in the early intervention field. It's an excellent reference to help families and professionals successfully collaborate and understand each other's terminology. It's also useful to anyone looking for clear definitions of words related to the care and development of young children in general. The new edition includes more than 400 new entries, plus hundreds of existing terms have been updated, reflecting changes in the field, and new research, educational approaches, and treatments. Many more transition-related terms have also been added to help parents prepare for the preschool years ahead. Expanded subject areas include: Autism Spectrum Disorders Mental Illness and Neurological Issues Sensory Integration Dysfunction Transitioning from Early Intervention to Special Education Other disciplines covered include: Audiology Counseling Child Development Education of the Hearing & Visually Impaired Early Childhoold General & Special Education Genetics Pediatric Medicine Physical & Occupational Therapy Psychology Speech & Language Therapy Social Work Anyone who provides or receives early intervention services can benefit from this handy reference.

About the Author: Since 1984, Jeanine G. Coleman, M.Ed., has been the Program Director for Advance Infant Devel¬opment in La Verne, California, a program for infants from birth to three years of age who are at-risk or developmentally disabled. Her responsibilities include training and supervising a staff of infant educators, and working with vari¬ous state, therapy, and educational agencies. She lives with her hus¬band, Dale, and son, Jacob, in La Verne, California.

Bibliographic Details

Title: The Early Intervention Dictionary: A ...
Publisher: Woodbine House
Publication Date: 2006
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: Very Good
Edition: 3rd Edition