
Educating Children with Fragile X Syndrome: A Multi-Professional View
ISBN-13: 9780415314886 Publisher: Taylor & Francis Publication date: 10/30/2003 Pages: 212 Product dimensions: 6.69(w) x 9.62(h) x (d) What is Fragile X? The most common inherited cause of learning difficulties, affecting a child's ability to tackle key areas such as literacy and numeracy, and causing behaviour problems and social anxiety. What can teachers do to help children with Fragile X become more effective learners? This definitive text will provide essential support and information for teachers with the expertise of an international field of researchers, whose variety of perspectives contribute to a unique, multi-professional approach. Each chapter of the book suggests practical intervention strategies, based on sound educational principles expressed in clear non-specific terms. A range of important topics are considered, including: * the physical and behavioural characteristics of Fragile X* the effects of Fragile X on learning* medication and therapy* related conditions