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Tuesday 5 March 2019

Library Shelf

We have decided to revive and refresh Keeping Up with Down Syndrome NSW as our Library + Information blog. Here we will post information about our library resources as well as other information that will be of interest to our members and readers.

Our library is alive and well, with the exception of general online access to the catalogue, for which we offer apologies and still hold hope for restoration to the outside world! The catalogue works at full capacity but only within our office itself. In the meantime please call the office or email the library and we will assist with your information needs. If you would like to recommend any books or resources for purchase please let us know by email library@dsansw.org.au

New Title on the Shelf
Supporting Positive behaviour in children and teens with Down syndrome 
The respond but don’t react method
by David Stein
Published by Woodbine House


David Stein is a paediatric psychologist and co-director of the Down Syndrome program at Boston Children's Hospital. 
The book draws on his wealth of clinical experience with young people who have Trisomy 21. Very much the compact handbook, it is a good title to share with teachers and support workers.
The behaviour management principles covered in the book:
Be proactive not reactive
Be consistent
Use visual shedules and social stories to redirect behaviour
Develop a reward system
Keep emotional reactions in check
Teach siblings to ignore certain behaviours
Know when to seek professional help

Very much the compact handbook, it is a good title to share with teachers and support workers. This is a great read and highly recommended.

More of David Stein's work, available online, below

Dr David Stein discusses his ideas on The Lucky few Podcast from 9 November 2018
The Lucky Few

Behavioral Issues in Down Syndrome, Parts 1 & 2 (duration 24 mins each)
Dr Stein in discussion with Dr Vellody,
on the Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh website

Behaviour and Down syndrome: A practical guide for parents
by David Stein
Published by Children's Hospital Boston
12 page PDF free to download

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