Helping Schoolchildren with Chronic Health Conditions
A Practical Guide

By:

Daniel L. Clay

Format:

Soft Cover

Length:

204 pages

Order #:

HSCH-WEB

Price:

$30.00

Released:

2004

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 and lay-flat binding facilitate 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

CONTENTS

1. Introduction
2. Overview of Common Health Conditions
3. Legal Responsibilities of the School
4. Making Accommodations: Developing 504 Plans and Individual Education Plans (IEPs)
5. Integration and Reintegration into the School Setting
6. Coping with Chronic Health Conditions
7. Tying It All Together

About the Authors

Daniel L. Clay, PhD, a licensed psychologist, is Associate Professor of Counseling Psychology and Director of the Counseling Psychology Program at the University of Iowa.

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