Fully updated, and with new sections on behaviourism, attachment
disorders, neuro-scientific developments and working with dis-engaged
learners, this second edition of Turning the Tables contains real-life
case studies, strategies for identification and handy hints and tips
throughout. It is the authoritative guide to tackling challenging
behaviour and working effectively with children, young people and adults
with severe learning difficulties (SLD), profound and multiple learning
difficulties (PMLD) and those on the autistic spectrum with a dual ASD
and learning difficulties diagnosis.
With a unique approach, the author stresses the need to diagnose not
only the correct difficulty but the degree of learning difficulty for a
lasting resolution, as well as tackling common behavioural problems such
as attention needing and task avoidance.
Chapters are split into three specific areas, SLD, PMLD and ASD/SLD,
covering:
- the 'Magnificent Seven' fundamental principles of challenging
behaviour
- strategies for correct identification of the main area of learning
difficulty
- improving teaching methods and strategies to resolve challenging
behaviour, including handy hints and tips when things don't go to plan
- extensive use of real case studies to illustrate strategies for
resolution
- guidance on writing your own Behaviour Support Plan.
This is a practical and authoritative guide to dealing with the myriad
of challenging behaviours that constantly puzzle practitioners. It is an
essential read for all professionals, parents and carers working with
children, young people and adults with SLD, SLD/ASD and PMLD.
