| Sensory Smarts: A Book for Kids with ADHD or Autism Spectrum Disorders Struggling with Sensory Integration Problems Contributor(s): Chara, Kathleen A. (Author), Chara, Paul J. (Author) |
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ISBN: 184310783X ISBN-13: 9781843107835 Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers OUR PRICE: $18.00 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: June 2004 Annotation: Many children, especially those with ADHD or autism-related problems, struggle with sensory integration. Through detection, diagnosis, therapy, and treatment, this book looks at the battles, frustrations, and triumphs familia to parents of children with sensory integration difficulties. Based on mainstream psychological theories, this book will be indispensable for those grappling with sensory problems in childhood. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Nonfiction | Biography & Autobiography - General |
| Dewey: B |
| LCCN: 2004010962 |
| Physical Information: 0.24" H x 6.9" W x 9.7" (0.49 lbs) 80 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Many children, especially those with autism-related problems, struggle with sensory integration. Christian is a 12-year-old who has suffered from over- and under-sensitivity issues since birth. Following his experiences as a young child, Chara and Chara relate Christian's painful reactions to touch and extreme sensitivity to tempera-ture, noise, taste and texture. Through detection, diagnosis, therapy and treatment, this book looks at the battles, frustrations and triumphs familiar to those with (or caring for those with) sensory integration difficulties. Sensory Smarts offers real solutions and hope, such as a sensory sensitivity scale, a behavioral rating chart and a list of helpful organizations. With much of the book written from the perspective of a child, and including rich illustrations, this book encourages children to work with adults in overcoming their sensory difficulties. |
Contributor Bio(s): Chara, Kathleen A.: - Kathleen A. Chara Ph.D. has a doctorate in family psychology, teaches full-time for Liberty University in Lynchburg, Virginia, and maintains a private psychological practice. She has run a programme for abused women, worked with children in psychiatric settings, and has been a licensed mental health counsellor, specialising in children's issues, since 1991. |
