Usher Syndrome
  1. 330 pages
  2. English
  3. ePUB (mobile friendly)
  4. Available on iOS & Android
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About this book

What is Usher syndrome and how does it shape life experiences, and what strategies can enhance communication and well-being?

Usher Syndrome: About Us, by Us - is a comprehensive resource created by those with lived experience, lived knowledge and lived expertise of Usher syndrome. It explores the syndrome's prevalence, types, and the challenges of parenting, learning, working, and aging with Usher syndrome. The book also covers essential communication strategies and wellness practices. Designed for health and social care students, professionals, practitioners and policymakers, it highlights the lived experiences and needs of individuals with Usher syndrome, ensuring a better understanding among social contacts, colleagues, and support workers.

Ideal for professionals and students in disability studies, health and social care, educators, policymakers, and families seeking deeper insights into living with Usher syndrome.

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Information

Year
2026
Print ISBN
9781917566124
eBook ISBN
9781917566131
Edition
1

Table of contents

  1. Cover
  2. Half-Title Page
  3. Title Page
  4. Copyright Page
  5. Acknowledgements
  6. Abstract
  7. Table of Contents
  8. Learning objectives
  9. 1 About us, by us
  10. 2 The Usher syndrome basics
  11. 3 Usher syndrome, genetics and more
  12. 4 Complexities and challenges of diagnosis
  13. 5 Parenting 1: Complexities of parenting children with Usher syndrome
  14. 6 Parenting 2: Parenting, psychosocial needs and perspectives
  15. 7 Siblings, spouses, offspring and supporters
  16. 8 Complexities of health and well-being for people with Usher syndrome, their families and carers
  17. 9 Complexities of health and well-being: Seeing things that aren’t real
  18. 10 Communication 1: Relational aspects of language and assistive devices
  19. 11 Communication 2: Healthcare and the role of social-haptic communication
  20. 12 Communication 3: An interpreter’s perspective
  21. 13 Better health and well-being
  22. 14 Supports for better everyday living
  23. 15 Snapshots of diversity and capabilities in the Usher community
  24. Suggested learning activities
  25. References
  26. Resources
  27. Recommended further reading
  28. Index

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