Comprehensive, authoritative information from the most respected experts: For 30 years, that's what Children with Disabilities has given the thousands of students, faculty, and professionals who rely on it. Now this trusted text is in a NEW seventh edition, thoroughly updated with the very latest research, new instructor materials, and the critical issues professionals need to know as they prepare to work with children and families. Incorporating 5 years of significant research and progress in multiple disciplines, this highly anticipated new edition is the textbook of choice for courses on disability. The internationally respected editors bring together a who's who of contributors—of seasoned experts and fresh voices—definitive compendium of information about developmental, clinical, family, education, and intervention issues.
WHAT'S NEW
 
All-new chapters on diagnosis, neuropsychological assessment, "new" disabilities faced by survivors of previously fatal disorders, and complementary and alternative medicine
New multimedia instructor materials online, including high-quality downloadable medical illustrations
30+ new contributors from diverse fields
Expanded chapters on autism and ADHD
New developments in neuroscience, genetics, and imaging
Greater focus on interdisciplinary collaboration
Considerations from drafts of the DSM-5
Thoroughly updated content in every chapter
PowerPoint slides for each chapter, easy to customize for courses