The author discusses the question of whether problems during infancy associated with organic impairment are substantially different from those related to social-emotional deprivation. Five factors which have a significant impact for both organically impaired and environmentally deprivated infants are addressed: prenatal intensive care, very early…

Identifies the special characteristics needed by hospices caring for terminally ill children, based on a feasibility study for a pediatric hospital. Concludes that the needs of terminally ill children and their families are not being met currently and that the hospice is as appropriate for children as for adults. (Author)

This article explains how challenging routines for families of children with behavior disorders can be converted into opportunities to teach communication skills. A case description illustrates how routines-based intervention can extend procedures of functional assessment and positive behavior support. The approach offers flexibility in applying a…