Tics and Tourette Syndrome: A Handbook for Parents and Professionals
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This essential guide to tic disorders and Tourette Syndrome tackles problems faced both at home and at school, such as adjusting to the diagnosis, the effect on siblings and classroom difficulties. Dr. Chowdhury offers advice on how to manage symptoms, describing psychological techniques such as habit reversal and massed practice and reviewing available medical treatments. In clear, accessible language, this book explains the clinical signs and symptoms of Tourette and related conditions, and their possible causes. Presenting practical strategies for dealing with associated difficulties, including low self-esteem, anger-management and bullying, this book will be invaluable to parents, teachers, social workers other professionals.
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Lutton Community Mental Health Trust, UK. Examines the signs, symptoms, and possible causes of Tourette Syndrome and other tic disorders. Offers practical advice and techniques for managing symptoms as well as reviewing the current medical treatments available. Also addresses such psychological aspects, such as low self-esteem, and more. Softcover.
Tics and Tourette Syndrome: A Handbook for Parents and Professionals
Tics and Tourette Syndrome: A Handbook for Parents and Professionals,Uttom Chowdhury,Isobel Heyman,Jessica Kingsley Publishers,184310203X,Diseases - General,Family & Relationships,Family/Marriage,General,History - General History,Pediatrics,Popular works,Tic disorders,Tourette syndrome in children
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