{"product_id":"disorders-of-learning-in-childhood-isbn-9780471392590","title":"Disorders of Learning in Childhood","description":"A thorough, up-to-date resource on the full spectrum of childhoodlearning disorders\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e In this Second Edition of Disorders of Learning in Childhood, Drs.Archie Silver and Rosa Hagin present a comprehensive synthesis ofinformation regarding the classification and causes of varioustypes of learning difficulties, as well as multidisciplinarystrategies for working with children and their families in schoolor clinical settings. Bridging the communication gap betweenprofessionals in the field, this book advocates the coordinatedefforts of administrators, scientists, teachers, and practitionersto better help young people with learning disabilities.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Drawing on their vast training and experience, the authors utilizevaluable data from various disciplines-education, psychology,psychiatry, neurology-and offer a balanced perspective, supportedby the latest clinical research on disorders in children. Theyaddress and analyze critical issues ranging from the effects ofpolitical, social, and legal forces currently influencingeducational policy to the latest advances in neuroscience affectingthe understanding and management of children with learningproblems. Also provided are expanded coverage of reading, spelling,writing, and mathematical disabilities; current definitions ofspecific disorders; and the effects of poverty, drugs, and culturaldifferences on learning.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e An extremely comprehensive resource ideal for clinicians, teachers,and administrators, Disorders of Learning in Childhood brings anexpertise to the subject that no other reference can match. CURRENT DEVELOPMENTS INFLUENCING EDUCATION OF CHILDREN,ADOLESCENTS, AND ADULTS WITH DISORDERS OF LEARNING.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Developments in Education.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Socioeconomic, Political, and Legal Development.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Developments in the Neurosciences.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e DEFINITIONS AND CLASSIFICATION.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Current Definitions: A Review and Critique.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Classification and Clinical Patterns of Learning Disabilities.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e PRINCIPLES OF DIAGNOSIS AND TREATMENT.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Educational and Psychological Diagnosis.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Psychiatric and Neurological Diagnosis.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Educational Remediation.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Drugs Affecting Learning and Memory.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Prevention of Disorders of Learning.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e CLINICAL PATTERNS OF DISORDERS OF LEARNING.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Developmental Learning Disabilities.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Effects of Poverty, Cultural Differences and InappropriateStimulation.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Attention Deficit\/Hyperactivity Disorders.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Learning Disorders with an Organic Basis.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Tourette's Syndrome.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e EDUCATION IN A DEMOCRATIC SOCIETY.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Education in a Democratic Society. \"...provides a comprehensive summary of current laws, practice and research in the field...remains engaging and accessible throughout...\" (\u003ci\u003eBritish Journal of Developmental Psychology\u003c\/i\u003e, Vol 21(4), November 2003) ARCHIE A. SILVER, MD, is a Distinguished Scholar, Professor ofPsychiatry, Director of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, andCodirector of the Center for Infant and Child Development at theUniversity of South Florida, College of Medicine. He is among theBest Doctors in America, a medical referral service that refers thetop physicians in the country.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e ROSA A. HAGIN, PhD, is Research Professor of Psychology at NewYork University School of Medicine and Professor Emerita at FordhamUniversity, where she founded the School Consultation Center, whichis named in her honor.  A thorough, up-to-date resource on the full spectrum of childhood learning disorders  \u003cp\u003eIn this Second Edition of Disorders of Learning in Childhood, Drs. Archie Silver and Rosa Hagin present a comprehensive synthesis of information regarding the classification and causes of various types of learning difficulties, as well as multidisciplinary strategies for working with children and their families in school or clinical settings. Bridging the communication gap between professionals in the field, this book advocates the coordinated efforts of administrators, scientists, teachers, and practitioners to better help young people with learning disabilities.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDrawing on their vast training and experience, the authors utilize valuable data from various disciplines–education, psychology, psychiatry, neurology–and offer a balanced perspective, supported by the latest clinical research on disorders in children. They address and analyze critical issues ranging from the effects of political, social, and legal forces currently influencing educational policy to the latest advances in neuroscience affecting the understanding and management of children with learning problems. Also provided are expanded coverage of reading, spelling, writing, and mathematical disabilities; current definitions of specific disorders; and the effects of poverty, drugs, and cultural differences on learning.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAn extremely comprehensive resource ideal for clinicians, teachers, and administrators, Disorders of Learning in Childhood brings an expertise to the subject that no other reference can match.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wiley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47989076132069,"sku":"NP9780471392590","price":127.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780471392590.jpg?v=1761782696","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/disorders-of-learning-in-childhood-isbn-9780471392590","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}