The disadvantaged start -- Short- and long-term consequences -- Prevention and possible treatment methods -- Requirements for provision of public support -- Professionals involved in family support -- Parents and siblings -- Case histories -- Research
Summary
Many prematurely born children develop normally, but there are many who have to battle with hidden consequences of their too early birth - for example fear and insecurity; hyperactivity and hyper sensitivity; frequent infections; difficulties with concentration and with learning; delayed development of motor-skills; problems with eating and sleeping; and stress and restlessness. The book discusses how these physical and mental consequences - both apparent and hidden - can be understood and alleviated. The book is written from a trans-disciplinary aspect, and the aim is to give parents and prof
Notes
Translation of: For tidligt fødte børn : usynlige senfølger. Copenhagen : Reitzel Forlag, 2004
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (pages 217-228) and index