
Helping Schoolchildren with Chronic Health Conditions: A Practical Guide
ISBN-13: 9781593850432 Publisher: Guilford Publications, Inc. Publication date: 06/02/2004 Series: The Guilford Practical Intervention in the Schools Series Edition description: New Edition Pages: 178 Product dimensions: 8.50(w) x 11.00(h) x (d) Designed to help school psychologists and other school-based professionals create an optimal learning environment for the 10-15% of students who experience chronic, significant health problems, this volume provides up-to-date information, cost-effective strategies, and practical clinical and educational tools. The convenient, large-size format facilitates photocopying and day-to-day use. Indispensable features include: * Discussions of specific health conditions and their impact in K-12 settings * Interventions to maximize school participation, coping, and social functioning * Guidelines for developing IEPs and 504 plans as required by law * Keys to building effective partnerships with parents, teachers, and medical providers * Many reproducib