Description |
xix, 371 pages : illustrations ; 25 cm |
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regular print |
Contents |
1. Setting the stage -- 2. Development and interventionin social and relational contexts -- 3. Biological roots: gnetics and early brain development -- 4. Prenatal development, risk and the newborn -- 5. Socioeconomic and familial risk, developmental psychopathologoy -- 6. Language and communication: development and disorders -- 7. Learning disabilities, literacy and attention disorders -- 8. Cognitive development and disabilities, and pervasive developmental disorders -- 9. Gifted and talented children -- 10. Perceptual management -- 11. Neurogenic impairment and chronic illness -- 12. Current best practice in early intervention: families, inclusion, communities |
Summary |
An Australian text for students of early childhood and allied disciplines who provide educational or support services to young children with a difference or a disability, and their families. Focusing on developmental difference, it equips students and professionals for working effectively in inclusive settings |
Analysis |
Physically disabled - issues & welfare (Australia) |
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Mental Health/Disabilities-services & welfare |
Notes |
Includes index |
Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 341-359) and index |
Subject |
Children with disabilities -- Services for.
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Children with disabilities.
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Infants -- Development.
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Child development.
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Children -- Diseases -- Risk factors.
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Developmental Disabilities.
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Developmental Disabilities.
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Child.
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Child Development.
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Early Intervention (Education)
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Infant.
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Risk Factors.
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LC no. |
00002471 |
ISBN |
1741031583 paperback |
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