Description
Book SynopsisWith her unmistakable compassion, humor, and wisdom, Mace has provided a much-needed guidebook for better teaching and better care.
Table of ContentsAcknowledgements
Part I: Getting Started
Chapter 1. Laying the Groundwork for Change
Chapter 2. Teaching Techniques That Work
Chapter 3. Teaching Adult Students
Part II: Lessons
Chapter 4. Helping the Person by Understanding the Problem
Chapter 5. Helping the Person by Understanding How the Brain Affects Behavior
Chapter 6. Facilitating Function by Treating Excess Disability
Chapter 7. Facilitating Function by Treating Stress
Chapter 8. Applying Skills in Activities of Daily Living
Chapter 9. Helping the Person by Enriching Communication
Chapter 10. Helping the Person by Sustaining Relationships
Chapter 11. Caring for the Person by Meeting Emotional Needs
Chapter 12. Helping the Person by Addressing Mood
Chapter 13. Restoring Enjoyment Through Activities
Chapter 14. Thinking Through Challenging Behaviors
Chapter 15. A Plan And a Celebration
Part III: Additional Information for Educators
Chapter 16. Evaluating Your Training
Chapter 17. Making the Best Use of Charting and Information-Based Systems
Chapter 18. Using Assessment Instruments
References and Resources
Index
