The Fragile X Child [Paperback]

Betty B. Schopmeyer (Author), Fonda Lowe (Editor)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 1992 | ISBN-10: 1879105837 | ISBN-13: 978-1879105836 | Edition: 1

Clinicians have little information on the unique aspects of fragile X, even though it is the most common cause of mental retardation. This text looks at genetic causes, clinical manifestation and assessment and intervention of the sensory and communicative deficits seen in fragile X children. With contributions from professionals in paediatrics, genetics, therapy, occupational therapy and special education this is a multidisciplinary approach to fragile X and its treatment. Treatment goals, recommended collaborative therapy, teaching aids and case study make this an essential reference for those professionals working with these individuals. This book should be of interest to speech and language therapists, occupational therapists, teachers in special education, occupational psychologists, paediatricians and specialist nurses.

Product Details

• Paperback: 217 pages
• Publisher: Singular Pub Group; 1 edition (October 1992)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1879105837
• ISBN-13: 978-1879105836
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 6 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,852,855 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4.0 out of 5 stars The Fragile X Child in 1992, December 11, 2000

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Hope Houser (Wilmington, NC United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Fragile X Child (Paperback)

This 1992 piece of work was a landmark for the understanding of this tragic gene mutation. Very little was understood about it and there is still much to learn. Schopmeyer and Lowe explore many aspects of the Fragile X Syndrome including its history, genetics, symptoms, and therapy techniques. As this book was published in 1992 it does contain outdated information such as the use of facilitated communication which was found through double blind studies to not truly work. Despite the improvements that have been made, I would still recommend this book for anyone of whom this syndrome has affected their lives. It gives one a much better understanding of the life of a Fragile X Child.