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 workers and other professionals.
The authors describe tics and Tourette's in clear, child-friendly terms and provide a simple explanation of the biological causes. Other chapters focus on associated features such as obsessive-compulsive disorder, attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder and aggression. The authors also offer tips on how to deal with issues such as bullying.
Presenting everything parents and professionals need to know about tic disorders, this essential guide provides up-to-date information on the condition, diagnosis, its management, and how to support a child with a tic disorder. Written in clear, accessible language, it also covers common co- occurring conditions and difficulties.
It was lovely seeing you and your family, Jenny. Let's catch up again soon. And remember, 'All work and no play makes Jack ... an International Human Rights Lawyer!Jenny is a busy mum, who gets a visit from her friend, the Tiger Mum, which makes Jenny feel she's not doing enough for her own children. If they haven't mastered at least two instruments, three languages or read all of the classics before university, how will they ever succeed in life?!With some help from her family, Jenny realises how easy it is to get caught up in the anxiety of parenting and the important thing is that her children are growing up in a warm, loving environment.A humorous look at overanxious parenting that helps put everyday stresses about children's achievements into perspective.
Ein Handbuch für Fachleute und Eltern
Das Tourette-Syndrom und Tic-Störungen sind zwar mittlerweile bekannter geworden, aber nach wie vor mit Missverständnissen und Vorurteilen behaftet. Dieses Buch schildert die Auswirkungen, Symptome und möglichen Ursachen dieser Erkrankung. Es bietet nützliche Ratschläge und praktische Techniken für einen besseren Umgang mit den Symptomen an und gibt einen Überblick über die aktuell gebräuchlichen Behandlungsmethoden. Strategien für den Umgang mit einhergehenden Begleiterscheinungen wie aggressives Verhalten und geringe Selbstachtung machen dieses Buch zu einem Standardwerk für Eltern und Fachleute, die Kinder begleiten, welche an einem Tourette-Syndrom leiden.