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Mental Wellness in Adults with down Syndrome : A Guide to Emotional and Behavioral Strengths and Challenges by Dennis McGuire and Brian Chicoine (2006, Perfect)

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Publisher
Woodbine House
ISBN-10
1890627658
ISBN-13
9781890627652
eBay Product ID (ePID)
52867203

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Number of Pages
432 Pages
Language
English
Publication Name
Mental Wellness in Adults with down Syndrome : A Guide to Emotional and Behavioral Strengths and Challenges
Publication Year
2006
Subject
General, Genetics
Type
Textbook
Author
Dennis Mcguire, Brian Chicoine
Subject Area
Health & Fitness, Medical
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Perfect

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1.2 in
Item Weight
27.5 Oz
Item Length
9.9 in
Item Width
7 in

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LCCN
2006-009504
Dewey Edition
23
Illustrated
Yes
Dewey Decimal
616.85/8842
Synopsis
This authoritative easy-to-read guide clarifies what are the common behavioural characteristics of Down syndrome, how some can be mistaken for mental illness, and what are the bona fide mental health problems that occur more commonly in people with Down syndrome., This groundbreaking book is written by the founding directors of the Adult Down Syndrome Center of Lutheran General Hospital in Park Ridge, Illinois, the first and premier facility of its type in North America. MENTAL WELLNESS is an upbeat, thoroughly readable guide, reflecting the authors? belief that emotional well-being is a reasonable goal for all adolescents and adults with Down syndrome. The authors draw on nearly 30 years of combined experience, treating more than 3000 adolescents and adults with Down syndrome aged 12 to 83. This invaluable guide gives parents, mental health professionals, teachers and caregivers the keys to understanding how to promote mental wellness and resolve psychosocial problems in people with Down syndrome., This authoritative easy-to-read guide clarifies what are the common behavioural characteristics of Down syndrome, how some can be mistaken for mental illness, and what are the bona fide mental health problems that occur more commonly in people with Down syndrome. As McGuire and Chicoine describe these traits and mental health issues, they also explain, through detailed observations and case studies based on their patients, how parents, caregivers and adults with Down syndrome can work together to foster mental wellness. In addition, the authors discuss the importance of regular assessment and how behaviour and mental well-being can be affected by environmental conditions, social opportunities, and physical health. The first section of the book offers a wealth of knowledge and insight about typical behavioural traits of Down syndrome and how to work with them to encourage mental wellness on a day-to-day basis. Topics include: Community and Family Support; Self-Talk and Imaginary Friends; Communication-Related Problems; Memory Strengths and Deficits; Emotional Development; Tendencies Toward Sameness and Repetition; Self-Esteem and Self-Image; Lifespan Issues. The second section on mental illness includes chapters on such conditions as: Depression and Other Mood Disorders; Anxiety; Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder; Tic Disorders and Repetitive Movements; AD/HD and Other Impulse Control Issues; Autism; Alzheimer Disease. In each case, the authors describe the problem, signs, the diagnostic process, and a range of treatment options such as counselling, behavioural therapy and medications., Intended for those who want to understand how to promote mental health and resolve psychosocial problems in people with Down syndrome. This guide clarifies what the common behavioural characteristics of Down syndrome are, how some could be mistaken for mental illness, and what bona fide mental health problems occur in people with Down syndrome.
LC Classification Number
RC571.M354 2006

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