Helping Schoolchildren with Chronic Health Conditions: A Practical Guide (The Guilford Practical Intervention in the Schools Series)

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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 reproducibles: assessment tools student worksheets parent handouts and more This book is in The Guilford Practical Intervention in the Schools Series edited by Sandra M. Chafouleas. Winner--American Journal of Nursing Book of the Year Award