Helping Schoolchildren with Chronic Health Conditions

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