Summary
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This practical guide details the strategies that practitioners can use in their setting to build better outcomes for children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and disabilities. A clear rationale is outlined that highlights how many factors outside of the child's control can be addressed to minimize the risk of longer term mental health problems and social exclusion. Case studies, points for practice and questions for reflection are used to explore the principles around working with children with a range of disabilities including: • ADHD • Dyslexia • Visual Impairment • Autism Written by an experienced teacher and educational psychologist, this text carefully considers the existing evidence base surrounding emotional well-being and positive psychology before outlining the practical implications for the classroom. This book will guide practitioners in implementing strategies to pro-actively promote emotional well-being for children with SEN in their settings.
Connectedness
Connectedness
Chapter Overview
A major risk factor in the lead up to or following a diagnosis or identification of additional needs is a sense of isolation or losing one's place. Therefore, in this chapter we will consider the child and family's response to their SEND as this adjustment phase is pivotal to maintaining social connections. We will consider emotional support for the child as well as the instrumental support necessary for promoting and sustaining belonging or inclusion.
We will also look at the relatedness component of Ryan and Deci's (2000) self-determination model and how it relates to children with SEND. For many years I have used the term ‘connectedness’ because it underlines the need to join connections in an instrumental way. I find it useful to ...
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