<DIV><p>The <i>Third Edition</i> of <i>Understanding and Managing Vision Deficits</i> is the go-to resource that will enable occupational therapists to develop a comprehensive understanding of vision, appreciate the various effects vision problems can have on the practice of occupational therapy, and to more effectively manage patients with vision disorders.</p><div> </div><div><i>Understanding and Managing Vision Deficits: A Guide for Occupational Therapists, Third Edition </i>is a unique collaboration from occupational therapists, optometrists, and low vision rehabilitation specialists.</div><div> </div><div>Dr. Mitchell Scheiman presents a unique Three Component Model of Vision that includes:</div> <ul type="disc" style="margin-top: 0in"> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">Visual integrity: Includes visual acuity (clarity), the optics of the eye, and eye health</li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">Visual efficiency skills: Includes focusing, eye teaming, and eye movements</li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">Visual information processing skills: Includes the ability to analyze, interpret and respond to visual information</li> </ul><div> </div><div>A major emphasis of the new edition is on management of eye movement, visual information processing, visual field, and low vision problems. Therapy suggestions have been expanded and the use of computer software has been incorporated into the therapy.</div><div> </div><div><b>Some Additional Chapter Topics Include:</b></div> <ul type="disc" style="margin-top: 0in"> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">Visual problems associated with learning disorders</li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">Visual problems associated with acquired brain injury</li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">Management of vision problems for children with special needs</li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">Low vision </li> </ul><div><b> </b></div><div><b>Features of the <i>Third Edition:</i></b></div> <ul type="disc" style="margin-top: 0in"> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">Updated figures, research, and references</li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">Incorporates current <i>American Occupational Therapy Association Practice Framework</i></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">Glossary of key terms</li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">Appendices that include a vision screening report form and low vision supplies and equipment</li> </ul><div> </div><div><i>Understanding and Managing Vision Deficits: A Guide for Occupational Therapists, Third Edition </i>will continue to bring the professions of occupational therapy and optometry together and will guide health care professionals to provide the ultimate in patient care.</div></DIV>