The Sensory Connection

Kashman, Nancy

ISBN 10: 1932565485 / ISBN 13: 9781932565485

Published by Future Horizons Incorporated, 2005

Provides practical advice and strategies to help children and adults with sensory and communication disorders. This book demonstrates how an integrated team approach increases therapeutic effectiveness while maximizing the benefits of treatment resources. It offers techniques that can enhance a person's ability to attend, function, and learn. Num Pages: 191 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JNSG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 265 x 179 x 12. Weight in Grams: 428. . 2005. Paperback. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland. Seller Inventory # V9781932565485

Synopsis:

Drawing on their extensive experience in developing and implementing effective treatment programs in homes, schools, and clinics, Nancy Kashman (OT) and Janet Mora (SLP) provide practical advice and workable strategies to help children and adults with sensory and communication disorders. Combining aspects of occupational and speech-language therapies, Nancy and Janet demonstrate how an integrated team approach increases therapeutic effectiveness while maximizing the benefits of treatment resources. This revised edition offers even more techniques that can enhance a person's ability to attend, function, and learn. Detailed, illustrated appendices show and explain creative activities and sample handouts.

About the Author: Nancy Kashman, LOTR graduated from the University of Wisconsin and has been a pediatric occupational therapist for over twenty years, working in a variety of home and school settings. She emphasizes sensory integration and neurodevelopmental treatment using a multi-sensory approach that is individualized to the needs of each child. Ms. Kashman also trains educators and therapists nationally in the use of sensory integration techniques to facilitate skill development. Janet Mora, MA, CCC-SLP, is a graduate of Tulane University and is certified in speech language pathology, elementary education, learning disabilities, and school administration. She is director of the innovative Chartwell Center in New Orleans and is an experienced speech therapist, classroom teacher, and student appraisal coordinator. She is also a nationally known speaker on using sensory integration techniques to facilitate communication skills for children and adults.

Bibliographic Details

Title: The Sensory Connection
Publisher: Future Horizons Incorporated
Publication Date: 2005
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: New