Learning Disabilities in Older Adolescents and Adults

Learning Disabilities in Older Adolescents and Adults
Author: Lynda J. Katz
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 248
Release: 2005-12-11
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 0306475898

Learning disabilities is a subject that is usually associated with school-aged children where the research and intervention strategies are well known. Much less research has been done for assessing and diagnosing older adolescents and adults in this area. This work is an effort to provide a comprehensive review of what we know about certain of these disorders, specifically: language-based learning disorders; nonverbal learning disorders; high-functioning autism; attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder; and mathematics disorders and how they manifest themselves in the later years of development and maturity. A chapter addresses each one of these disorders of learning. Included in each chapter is a discussion of historical perspectives, definitions and diagnostic criteria, incidence and prevalence data, comorbidity studies, pertinent research from all relevant fields of study, reasonable accommodations in academia as well as the workplace, and outcome data. This much-needed review will be of interest to clinicians in neuropsychology, educational psychology, and psychopharmacology.

Adolescents and Adults with Learning Disabilities and ADHD

Adolescents and Adults with Learning Disabilities and ADHD
Author: Noel Gregg
Publisher: Guilford Press
Total Pages: 337
Release: 2011-01-04
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 1606235931

This book helps educators and clinicians navigate the maze of laws, policies, and scientific research relating to diagnostic and intervention decision making for adolescents and adults. Leading expert Noël Gregg provides clear guidance on how to conduct and document evidence-based assessments and select appropriate instructional and testing accommodations. --from publisher description.

Learning Disabilities

Learning Disabilities
Author: William M. Cruickshank
Publisher: Syracuse University Press
Total Pages: 306
Release: 1980-02-01
Genre: Education
ISBN: 9780815622215

The first four chapters introduce and discuss the theoretical background of both adolescence and learning disabilities. They are followed by five detailed chapters, each a case history of one learning disabled young man, that provide us with as full and unique a picture of the youths as is possible. The final chapters explore teaching the learning disabled adolescent in the secondary school. The authors have devised a core educational regimen which will prepare children for life and will insure the integrity of the youth's individual personality. Practical procedures-a teaching method-establish learning and test the performance of secondary school students in particular. Cruickshank, Morse, and Johns concentrate on reading, organization, study skills, and written language.

Learning About Learning Disabilities

Learning About Learning Disabilities
Author: Po-Zen Wong
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 666
Release: 2014-05-19
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 1483295397

This is the first textbook to give equal attention to the intellectual, conceptual, and practical aspects of learning disabilities. Topical coverage is both comprehensive and thorough, and the information presented is up-to-date. Provides a balanced focus on both the conceptual and practical aspects of learning disabilities (LD)**The research covered is far more comprehensive and of greater depth than any other LD textbook**The work is distinctive in its treatment of such important areas as consultation skills and service delivery

Adolescents and Adults with Learning Disabilities and ADHD

Adolescents and Adults with Learning Disabilities and ADHD
Author: Noël Gregg
Publisher: Guilford Press
Total Pages: 337
Release: 2009-01-16
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 1606237225

Most of the literature on learning disabilities and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) focuses on the needs of elementary school–age children, but older students with these conditions also require significant support. Comprehensive and authoritative, this book helps educators and clinicians navigate the maze of laws, policies, and scientific research relating to diagnostic and intervention decision making for adolescents and adults. Leading expert Noël Gregg provides clear guidance on how to conduct and document evidence-based assessments and select appropriate instructional and testing accommodations. Featuring helpful case vignettes, decision-making flowcharts, and coverage of the latest assistive technologies, the book gives special attention to supporting students during the crucial transition from high school to higher education or vocational settings.