Description

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 include sample handouts.Supported by numerous references and case studies, the authors tackle topics such as:

• Understanding Sensory Integration and Communication
• Sensory Processing Difficulties
• Sensory-Based Behaviors
• A Therapeutic Approach to Intervention
• The Benefits of Teaming
• Assessment of Communication Skills and Sensory Motor Skills
• Assessment of the Environment
• Environmental Strategies and Supports
• Treatment Strategies for Children
• Strategies for the Adult & Older Child
• Transitions & Informational Tools
• Oral & Feeding Interventions
• Developing Communication Skills
• Using Videos
• And more!

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Author: Kashman, Nancy, Author: Mora, Janet

Topic: Education / Teaching
Media: Book
ISBN: 1932565485
Language: English
Pages: 191