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Bartlett, Diana; Moody, Sylvia – 2000
This book is designed for both adults with dyslexia and for professionals concerned with helping them, such as psychologists, tutors, therapists, researchers, disability advisors, and welfare officers. It also offers advice to employers on how to help staff with dyslexia. The text covers the nature of dyslexic difficulties and their effects, both…
Descriptors: Adults, Case Studies, Civil Rights Legislation, Clinical Diagnosis
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Safran, Stephen P.; Safran, Joan S.; Ellis, Kathleen – Topics in Language Disorders, 2003
This article first describes the indicators of Asperger syndrome (AS), followed by an overview of screening and diagnostic procedures. Next, it discusses knowledge-based interventions addressing deficits in academics, behavior, and communication. Implications for speech language pathologists and related professionals working with students with…
Descriptors: Academic Failure, Autism, Behavior Modification, Behavior Problems
National Inst. of Child Health and Human Development (NIH), Bethesda, MD. – 1991
This booklet summarizes current knowledge about phenylketonuria (PKU), an inherited condition that results in severe mental retardation if untreated, and discusses the psychoeducational implications of the condition. The introduction stresses the importance of early diagnosis (during the first days of life) and the effectiveness of a diet that…
Descriptors: Child Psychology, Clinical Diagnosis, Congenital Impairments, Early Identification
Waterman, Betsy B. – NICHCY News Digest, 1994
This newsletter issue focuses on the assessment of school-aged children to: (1) determine if a child has a disability and is eligible for special services, and (2) provide information that can drive educational programming. Section 1 is an introduction which addresses a definition of assessment, how students are identified for assessment, federal…
Descriptors: Clinical Diagnosis, Compliance (Legal), Cultural Differences, Definitions
Corthell, David W., Ed. – 1991
This document, the result of the collaborative efforts of the members of the Prime Study Group of the Institute on Rehabilitation Issues, provides information concerning techniques, strategies, models, and resources for rehabilitation professionals who are working with persons with coexisting abuse problems and disabling conditions. Chapter I, an…
Descriptors: Agency Cooperation, Attitudes, Clinical Diagnosis, Counseling Techniques
Richman, Jack E.; And Others – 1983
Techniques to assess the vision, hearing, and speech and language of multihandicapped children are briefly described. Interferences in normal vision functioning and development during infancy can be identified and intervention initiated early in the child's life. Obtaining an in-depth history from the parents is the first step. It is essential…
Descriptors: Auditory Tests, Child Language, Clinical Diagnosis, Developmental Stages
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de la Brosse, Beatrice – 1984
Based on the experiences and design of a model demonstration program, the guide describes basic considerations in developing services for mildly and moderately developmentally handicapped young children in a mainstreamed, multicultural/bilingual day care setting. Un Bien Comienzo (UBC), a program developed to respond to the needs of Spanish…
Descriptors: Bilingual Education, Clinical Diagnosis, Day Care, Developmental Disabilities
Shackelford, Jo – 2002
The term "informed clinical opinion" appears in the regulatory requirements for the implementation of Part C of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) as an integral part of an eligibility determination. It must be included in evaluation and assessment procedures, since it is a necessary safeguard against eligibility…
Descriptors: Clinical Diagnosis, Compliance (Legal), Decision Making, Disabilities
Neuwirth, Sharyn – 1997
This booklet provides an overview of autism and discusses strategies for living and working with children with autism. The first section of the guide, "Understanding the Problem," addresses the characteristics of autism, including social symptoms, language difficulties, repetitive behaviors and obsessions, sensory symptoms, and unusual…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Adults, Autism, Behavior Modification
Roe, Diana – 2001
This booklet provides an overview of the characteristics and needs of young children with autism spectrum disorders or pervasive developmental disorders. It addresses: (1) different disabilities under the classification of autism spectrum disorders or pervasive developmental disorders; (2) characteristics of autism; (3) characteristics of children…
Descriptors: Asperger Syndrome, Autism, Behavior Modification, Behavior Problems
DeBoskey, Dana S. – 1996
This manual provides basic information on the cognitive, academic, and behavioral issues which may follow brain injury and suggests practical techniques for remediation within the educational setting. The guide stresses that the success of educating children with brain injuries is largely dependent on family members and educators understanding…
Descriptors: Behavior Problems, Clinical Diagnosis, Cognitive Processes, Education Work Relationship
Idaho State Dept. of Education. Special Education Section. – 1996
Designed for teachers, this guide provides recommendations regarding identification, interventions, and follow-through procedures for working with students with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in a classroom setting. Chapter 1 discusses the identification of children with ADHD and includes information on the definition of ADHD,…
Descriptors: Academic Accommodations (Disabilities), Attention Deficit Disorders, Classrooms, Clinical Diagnosis
DePanfilis, Diane; Salus, Marsha K. – 1992
This manual provides the foundation for a series of manuals on child abuse and neglect, and addresses community prevention, identification, and treatment efforts. It is intended to be used by all professionals involved in child protection: child protective services, law enforcement, education, mental health, legal services, health care, and early…
Descriptors: Agency Cooperation, Agency Role, Child Abuse, Child Neglect
Attawell, Kathy, Comp. – 1997
This briefing paper focuses on children ages birth to five years and is intended primarily for health workers in developing countries who are responsible for the management of young children with HIV and AIDS. It provides practical information on: (1) how HIV is transmitted to infants and young children; (2) how transmission can be prevented; (3)…
Descriptors: Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome, Child Health, Clinical Diagnosis, Developing Nations
National Clearinghouse for Professions in Special Education, Reston, VA. – 1997
Designed for high school students interested in careers in special education and related services, this leaflet discusses the role of an educational diagnostician. It describes the education and personal qualities required to become an educational diagnostician, the job outlook and advancement for a career as an educational diagnostician, and…
Descriptors: Certification, Clinical Diagnosis, Counselor Teacher Cooperation, Disabilities
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