Traumatic Brain Injury in Children and Adolescents Assessment and Intervention

This clearly written book provides a comprehensive overview of traumatic brain injury (TBI) in children and adolescents, with a focus on school-based assessment and intervention strategies. Reviewing basic neuroanatomy, the book first discusses the functional problems and areas of learning difficulty that typically arise from different types of injury. It also explores associated emotional challenges and issues facing families. Frequently utilized assessment tools and techniques are described, with suggestions for testing that can be completed by practitioners without extensive neuropsychological training. A detailed framework is then presented for facilitating the student's successful reintegration into the regular or special education classroom. Topics covered include developing the Individualized Educational Program; creating effective home-school partnerships; and implementing specific academic, behavioral, and environmental interventions. Two extended case studies and many additional illustrative examples enhance the practical utility of the volume.Semrud-Clikeman, Margaret is the author of 'Traumatic Brain Injury in Children and Adolescents Assessment and Intervention', published 2001 under ISBN 9781572306868 and ISBN 1572306866.