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Truth and reconciliation commission of Canada: Calls to action

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Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada. Winnipeg, MB: Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada , 2015.
URL
https://ehprnh2mwo3.exactdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Calls_to_Action_English2.pdf
Material Type
Report
Online
This document lists out the calls to action made by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada to redress the legacy of residential schools and advance the process of Canadian reconciliation.; Recommendations 18-24 address health and health-care.
  1 url  
URL
https://ehprnh2mwo3.exactdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Calls_to_Action_English2.pdf
Corporate Author
Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada
Place of Publication
Winnipeg, MB
Publisher
Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada
Publication Date
2015
Subject
Indigenous
Aboriginal Health
Abstract
This document lists out the calls to action made by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada to redress the legacy of residential schools and advance the process of Canadian reconciliation.
Recommendations 18-24 address health and health-care.
Language
English
Material Type
Report
Online
URLs
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Honouring our babies toolkit: Safe sleep

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First Nations Health Authority. Vancouver, BC: , 2023.
URL
http://www.perinatalservicesbc.ca/health-professionals/professional-resources/indigenous-resources/safe-sleep-toolkit
Material Type
Online
This resource provides an overview of how to protect your baby from Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS).
  1 url  
URL
http://www.perinatalservicesbc.ca/health-professionals/professional-resources/indigenous-resources/safe-sleep-toolkit
Website Notes
Click on above link to view/print.
Corporate Author
First Nations Health Authority
Editor
3rd Ed.
Place of Publication
Vancouver, BC
Publication Date
2023
Subject
Aboriginal Health
Sudden Infant Death Syndrome
Abstract
This resource provides an overview of how to protect your baby from Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS).
Language
English
Material Type
Online
URLs
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Head injury: Advice for parents and caregivers

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Emergency Department. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Children's Hospital , 2014.
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCCH1001_HeadInjury_2014.pdf
Material Type
Handout
Online
Call Number
BCCH1001
Informs parents what to look for after their child has suffered a head injury, including how to care for your child in the first 24 hours after bringing them home.
  1 image     1 url  
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCCH1001_HeadInjury_2014.pdf
Website Notes
Click the link to view or print.
Corporate Author
Emergency Department
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Children's Hospital
Publication Date
2014
Physical Description
PDF file: 3 p.
Subject
Head Injury-Coping
Head Injury. Traumatic Brain Injury
Abstract
Informs parents what to look for after their child has suffered a head injury, including how to care for your child in the first 24 hours after bringing them home.
Language
English
Material Type
Handout
Online
Call Number
BCCH1001
Images
URLs
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FASD tool kit for aboriginal families

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog109165
Wemigwans, Jennifer, Cunningham, Mary. [Toronto, ON]: Ontario Federation of Indian Friendship Centres , 2008.
URL
http://ofifc.org/sites/default/files/docs/FASD%20Toolkit%20-%202008-01.pdf
Material Type
Online
This Tool Kit was prepared as a "user-friendly" resource to help front line workers working with children, youth, adults and families affected by Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD or FAS).
  1 url  
URL
http://ofifc.org/sites/default/files/docs/FASD%20Toolkit%20-%202008-01.pdf
Author
Wemigwans, Jennifer
Cunningham, Mary
Place of Publication
[Toronto, ON]
Publisher
Ontario Federation of Indian Friendship Centres
Publication Date
2008
Subject
Fetal Alcohol Syndrome/Fetal Alcohol Effects. FAS/FAE
Minority Health
Abstract
This Tool Kit was prepared as a "user-friendly" resource to help front line workers working with children, youth, adults and families affected by Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD or FAS).
Language
English
Material Type
Online
URLs
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When your water breaks early: Family information for care at home

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Antepartum Home Care. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre , 2017.
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCW734_WaterBreaksEarly.pdf
Material Type
Handout
Online
Call Number
BCW734
This pamphlet answers the most frequently asked questions about when your water breaks early, also known as premature rupture of membranes or PROM.
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URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCW734_WaterBreaksEarly.pdf
Website Notes
Click the link above to view or print.
Corporate Author
Antepartum Home Care
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre
Publication Date
2017
Physical Description
PDF file: 4 p.
Subject
Pregnancy/Childbirth. Obstetrics
Abstract
This pamphlet answers the most frequently asked questions about when your water breaks early, also known as premature rupture of membranes or PROM.
Language
English
Material Type
Handout
Online
Call Number
BCW734
Images
URLs
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Breathe2Relax: Mobile App (iOS)

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National Center for Telehealth & Technology. United States: , 2018.
URL
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/breathe2relax/id425720246
Material Type
Online
Breathe2Relax is a portable stress management tool which provides detailed information on the effects of stress on the body and instructions and practice exercises to help users learn the stress management skill called diaphragmatic breathing.Breathing exercises have been documented to decrease the…
  1 url  
URL
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/breathe2relax/id425720246
Corporate Author
National Center for Telehealth & Technology
Place of Publication
United States
Publication Date
2018
Physical Description
Mobile App
Subject
Mindfulness
Anxiety. Anxiety Disorders
Stress Reduction Techniques
Abstract
Breathe2Relax is a portable stress management tool which provides detailed information on the effects of stress on the body and instructions and practice exercises to help users learn the stress management skill called diaphragmatic breathing.Breathing exercises have been documented to decrease the body?s ?fight-or-flight? (stress) response, and help with mood stabilization, anger control, and anxiety management.
Language
English
Material Type
Online
URLs
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Breathe2Relax: Mobile App (Android)

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National Center for Telehealth & Technology. United States: , 2018.
URL
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=mil.dha.breathe2relax&hl=en_CA&gl=US
Material Type
Online
Breathe2Relax is a portable stress management tool which provides detailed information on the effects of stress on the body and instructions and practice exercises to help users learn the stress management skill called diaphragmatic breathing.Breathing exercises have been documented to decrease the…
  1 url  
URL
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=mil.dha.breathe2relax&hl=en_CA&gl=US
Corporate Author
National Center for Telehealth & Technology
Place of Publication
United States
Publication Date
2018
Physical Description
Mobile App
Subject
Mindfulness
Anxiety. Anxiety Disorders
Stress Reduction Techniques
Abstract
Breathe2Relax is a portable stress management tool which provides detailed information on the effects of stress on the body and instructions and practice exercises to help users learn the stress management skill called diaphragmatic breathing.Breathing exercises have been documented to decrease the body?s ?fight-or-flight? (stress) response, and help with mood stabilization, anger control, and anxiety management.
Language
English
Material Type
Online
URLs
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Managing chronic pelvic pain through diet

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BC Women's Centre for Pelvic Pain & Endometriosis. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre , 2015.
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/ChronicPelvicPain-diet_2015_Nov.pdf
Material Type
Handout
Online
Regardless of whether your chronic pain includes endometriosis, IC, or IBS, or a combination of all of these, following an anti-inflammatory diet can help to reduce the intensity of the pain you are experiencing. It is also essential to include lifestyle changes, such as increased activity and exer…
  1 url  
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/ChronicPelvicPain-diet_2015_Nov.pdf
Website Notes
Click on the link above to view/print.
Corporate Author
BC Women's Centre for Pelvic Pain & Endometriosis
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre
Publication Date
2015
Physical Description
PDF file, 5 p.
Subject
Chronic Pain
Pain Control
Abstract
Regardless of whether your chronic pain includes endometriosis, IC, or IBS, or a combination of all of these, following an anti-inflammatory diet can help to reduce the intensity of the pain you are experiencing. It is also essential to include lifestyle changes, such as increased activity and exercise as well as stress reduction. Stress reduction helps to calm the nervous system, which can then reduce inflammation and pain.
Language
English
Material Type
Handout
Online
URLs
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Treatment and follow-up for a cleft lip: Birth to school age

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Cleft Palate and Craniofacial Program. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Children's Hospital , 2009.
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCCH1203_CleftLip_2009_Apr.pdf
Material Type
Handout
Online
Call Number
BCCH1203
Outlines the usual treatment and follow-up plans for a baby born with a cleft lip and palate.
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URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCCH1203_CleftLip_2009_Apr.pdf
Corporate Author
Cleft Palate and Craniofacial Program
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Children's Hospital
Publication Date
2009
Subject
Cleft Lip.Cleft Palate
Craniofacial Conditions
Abstract
Outlines the usual treatment and follow-up plans for a baby born with a cleft lip and palate.
Language
English
Material Type
Handout
Online
Call Number
BCCH1203
Images
URLs
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Treatment and follow-up for a cleft palate: Birth to school age

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Cleft Palate and Craniofacial Program. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Children's Hospital , 2009.
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCCH1204_CleftPalate_2009_Apr.pdf
Material Type
Online
Handout
Call Number
BCCH1204
Outlines the usual treatment and follow-up plans for a baby born with a cleft lip. Includes:; Newborn Nursing consultation; Orthodontic Evaluation; Plastic Surgeon consultation; Pre-Admission Clinic Consultation; Cleft Palate & Middle Ear Tube Surgery; Plastic Surgery, Audiology & Otolaryngology (…
  1 image     1 url  
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCCH1204_CleftPalate_2009_Apr.pdf
Corporate Author
Cleft Palate and Craniofacial Program
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Children's Hospital
Publication Date
2009
Subject
Cleft Lip.Cleft Palate
Craniofacial Conditions
Abstract
Outlines the usual treatment and follow-up plans for a baby born with a cleft lip. Includes:
Newborn Nursing consultation
Orthodontic Evaluation
Plastic Surgeon consultation
Pre-Admission Clinic Consultation
Cleft Palate & Middle Ear Tube Surgery
Plastic Surgery, Audiology & Otolaryngology (ENT) recheck
Cleft Palate Team Assessment at 18 months of age
Regular Team follow-up at 3&5 years
Language
English
Material Type
Online
Handout
Call Number
BCCH1204
Images
URLs
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Treatment and follow-up for a cleft lip and palate: Birth to school age

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Cleft Palate and Craniofacial Program. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Children's Hospital , 2009.
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCCH1205_CleftLipPalate_2009_Apr.pdf
Material Type
Handout
Online
Call Number
BCCH1205
Outlines the usual treatment and follow-up plans for a baby born with a cleft lip and cleft palate.
  1 image     1 url  
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCCH1205_CleftLipPalate_2009_Apr.pdf
Corporate Author
Cleft Palate and Craniofacial Program
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Children's Hospital
Publication Date
2009
Subject
Cleft Lip.Cleft Palate
Craniofacial Conditions
Abstract
Outlines the usual treatment and follow-up plans for a baby born with a cleft lip and cleft palate.
Language
English
Material Type
Handout
Online
Call Number
BCCH1205
Images
URLs
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Helpful hints: For starting and keeping up your breast milk supply when your baby is not breastfeeding

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Lactation Services. [Vancouver, BC?]: Children's & Women's Health Centre of BC , 2015. 3rd.
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCW982_HelpfulHints_2015.pdf
Material Type
Handout
Online
Call Number
BCW982
Information on how to start and keep up breast milk supply when a baby is not breastfeeding.
  1 image     1 url  
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCW982_HelpfulHints_2015.pdf
Website Notes
Click the link to view or print.
Corporate Author
Lactation Services
Edition
3rd
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
Children's & Women's Health Centre of BC
Publication Date
2015
Physical Description
PDF file: 2 p.
Subject
Breastfeeding
Abstract
Information on how to start and keep up breast milk supply when a baby is not breastfeeding.
Language
English
Material Type
Handout
Online
Call Number
BCW982
Images
URLs
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eMoods Bipolar Mood Tracker: Mobile App (iOS)

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Yottaram LLC. , 2023.
URL
https://apps.apple.com/ca/app/emoods-bipolar-mood-tracker/id1184456130
Material Type
Online
eMoods is a free mood tracker app that lets you:; - Easily chart your daily highs and lows, sleep, medications, and other symptoms related to common mood disorders like Bipolar/Manic Depressive illness, Depression, and Anxiety.; - Email a printable PDF report at the end of each month to your doctor…
  1 url  
URL
https://apps.apple.com/ca/app/emoods-bipolar-mood-tracker/id1184456130
Corporate Author
Yottaram LLC
Publication Date
2023
Physical Description
Mobile App
Subject
Manic-Depression. Bipolar Disorder
Affective Disorders
Abstract
eMoods is a free mood tracker app that lets you:
- Easily chart your daily highs and lows, sleep, medications, and other symptoms related to common mood disorders like Bipolar/Manic Depressive illness, Depression, and Anxiety.
- Email a printable PDF report at the end of each month to your doctor or therapist to help you identify triggers or other events that could lead to an episode or relapse.
- View in-app graphs and printable charts to track trends and visualize your symptoms and triggers in between appointments.
Language
English
Material Type
Online
URLs
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eMoods Bipolar Mood Tracker: Mobile App (Android)

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124816
Yottaram LLC. , 2023.
URL
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=my.tracker&hl=en_CA&gl=US
Material Type
Online
eMoods is a free mood tracker app that lets you:; - Easily chart your daily highs and lows, sleep, medications, and other symptoms related to common mood disorders like Bipolar/Manic Depressive illness, Depression, and Anxiety.; - Email a printable PDF report at the end of each month to your doctor…
  1 url  
URL
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=my.tracker&hl=en_CA&gl=US
Corporate Author
Yottaram LLC
Publication Date
2023
Physical Description
Mobile App
Subject
Manic-Depression. Bipolar Disorder
Affective Disorders
Abstract
eMoods is a free mood tracker app that lets you:
- Easily chart your daily highs and lows, sleep, medications, and other symptoms related to common mood disorders like Bipolar/Manic Depressive illness, Depression, and Anxiety.
- Email a printable PDF report at the end of each month to your doctor or therapist to help you identify triggers or other events that could lead to an episode or relapse.
- View in-app graphs and printable charts to track trends and visualize your symptoms and triggers in between appointments.
Language
English
Material Type
Online
URLs
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Daylio Journal Daily Diary: Mobile App (iOS)

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124817
Relaxio s.r.o. , 2023.
URL
https://apps.apple.com/ca/app/daylio-journal-daily-diary/id1194023242
Material Type
Online
Daylio is a self-care bullet journal with goals, a mood diary, and happiness tracker. The app enables you to keep a private journal without having to type a single line.
  1 url  
URL
https://apps.apple.com/ca/app/daylio-journal-daily-diary/id1194023242
Corporate Author
Relaxio s.r.o.
Publication Date
2023
Physical Description
Mobile App
Subject
Manic-Depression. Bipolar Disorder
Affective Disorders
Abstract
Daylio is a self-care bullet journal with goals, a mood diary, and happiness tracker. The app enables you to keep a private journal without having to type a single line.
Language
English
Material Type
Online
URLs
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Daylio Journal Daily Diary: Mobile App (Android)

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124818
Relaxio s.r.o. , 2023.
URL
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=net.daylio&hl=en_CA&gl=US
Material Type
Online
Daylio is a self-care bullet journal with goals, a mood diary, and happiness tracker. The app enables you to keep a private journal without having to type a single line.
  1 url  
URL
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=net.daylio&hl=en_CA&gl=US
Corporate Author
Relaxio s.r.o.
Publication Date
2023
Physical Description
Mobile App
Subject
Manic-Depression. Bipolar Disorder
Affective Disorders
Abstract
Daylio is a self-care bullet journal with goals, a mood diary, and happiness tracker. The app enables you to keep a private journal without having to type a single line.
Language
English
Material Type
Online
URLs
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Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD)

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London, UK: Mind , 2021.
URL
https://www.mind.org.uk/media/9117/pmdd-pdf-for-download-pdf-version.pdf
Material Type
Ebook
Online
Explains what PMDD is, including possible causes, symptoms and how to access treatment and support. Includes self-care tips for helping yourself, plus guidance for friends and family.
  1 url  
URL
https://www.mind.org.uk/media/9117/pmdd-pdf-for-download-pdf-version.pdf
Place of Publication
London, UK
Publisher
Mind
Publication Date
2021
Subject
Premenstrual dysphoric disorder
Menstruation
Abstract
Explains what PMDD is, including possible causes, symptoms and how to access treatment and support. Includes self-care tips for helping yourself, plus guidance for friends and family.
Language
English
Material Type
Ebook
Online
URLs
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Balancing our minds: Inspiring action and creating change for mental health : A toolkit for youth, by youth

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog125291
BC Children's Hospital. Vancouver, BC:
URL
https://balancingourminds.ca/
Material Type
Website
Online
The Balancing our Minds Inspiring Action Toolkit aims to support youth wanting to make changes for improved mental health and well-being in their schools and communities. By advocating for change, youth can help create connections and supportive, healthy environments.; Topics to explore:; - How to …
  1 url  
URL
https://balancingourminds.ca/
Alternate Title
Balancing our minds inspiring action toolkit
Corporate Author
BC Children's Hospital
Place of Publication
Vancouver, BC
Subject
Mental Health
Mental Disorders-Coping
Mental Disorders-Directories. Resource Guides
Abstract
The Balancing our Minds Inspiring Action Toolkit aims to support youth wanting to make changes for improved mental health and well-being in their schools and communities. By advocating for change, youth can help create connections and supportive, healthy environments.
Topics to explore:
- How to start advocating for change for mental well-being
- How to create a safe space
- How to inspire change through storytelling
- How to start a mental health event, club or initiative
- How to start the conversation about mental health
Includes links to additional resources.
Language
English
Material Type
Website
Online
URLs
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Language Therapy for Kids, MITA: Mobile App (iOS)

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124796
ImagiRation LLC. , 2023.
URL
https://apps.apple.com/ca/app/language-therapy-for-kids-mita/id1020290425
Material Type
Online
Supported by clinical data, Mental Imagery Therapy for Autism (MITA) is a unique, early-intervention application for children with language delay and autism. MITA trains mental integration and language, starting with simple vocabulary, and progressing towards higher forms of language, such as adjec…
  1 url  
URL
https://apps.apple.com/ca/app/language-therapy-for-kids-mita/id1020290425
Corporate Author
ImagiRation LLC
Publication Date
2023
Physical Description
Mobile App
Subject
Autism Spectrum Disorder (includes Asperger Syndrome)
Abstract
Supported by clinical data, Mental Imagery Therapy for Autism (MITA) is a unique, early-intervention application for children with language delay and autism. MITA trains mental integration and language, starting with simple vocabulary, and progressing towards higher forms of language, such as adjectives, verbs, pronouns, and syntax.
Language
English
Material Type
Online
URLs
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Language Therapy for Kids, MITA: Mobile App (Android)

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124799
ImagiRation LLC. , 2018.
URL
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.imagiration.mita&hl=en_CA&gl=US
Material Type
Online
Supported by clinical data, Mental Imagery Therapy for Autism (MITA) is a unique, early-intervention application for children with language delay and autism. MITA trains mental integration and language, starting with simple vocabulary, and progressing towards higher forms of language, such as adjec…
  1 url  
URL
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.imagiration.mita&hl=en_CA&gl=US
Corporate Author
ImagiRation LLC
Publication Date
2018
Physical Description
Mobile App
Subject
Autism Spectrum Disorder (includes Asperger Syndrome)
Abstract
Supported by clinical data, Mental Imagery Therapy for Autism (MITA) is a unique, early-intervention application for children with language delay and autism. MITA trains mental integration and language, starting with simple vocabulary, and progressing towards higher forms of language, such as adjectives, verbs, pronouns, and syntax.
Language
English
Material Type
Online
URLs
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