Tics and Tourette syndrome a handbook for parents and professionals

This book explains the clinical signs and symptoms of Tourette and related conditions, and their possible causes. Presenting strategies for dealing with associated difficulties, including low self-esteem, anger-management and bullying, this book will be invaluable to parents, teachers, social worker...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Chowdhury, Uttom, 1967- (-)
Format: eBook
Language:Inglés
Published: New York : Jessica Kingsley 2004.
Edition:1st American pbk. ed
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See on Biblioteca Universitat Ramon Llull:https://discovery.url.edu/permalink/34CSUC_URL/1im36ta/alma991009798060906719
Table of Contents:
  • Tics and Tourette Syndrome: A Handbook for Parents and Professionals; Contents; List of tables; Foreword by Isobel Heyman; ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS; Preface; 1. What is Tourette Syndrome?; 2. Psychological and Medical Management; 3. Associated Conditions; 4. Adjusting to the Diagnosis: Parents and Family Members; 5. Dealing with Tics and Difficult Behaviour; 6. Anger Management; 7. Educational Issues; 8. Dealing with Bullying; 9. Ways to Improve Your Child's Self-esteem; APPENDIX I: GLOSSARY; APPENDIX II: USEFUL READING MATERIAL AND ADDRESSES; REFERENCES; SUBJECT INDEX; AUTHOR INDEX