From Amela Einat’s very first steps into her landmark research on the functional, behavioral and emotional struggles of learning disabled students, she carefully broadened the journey to encompass the student’s world at large. This newest book now enters the throes
of their adulthood, probing the emotional resilience of the learning disabled to face tribulations in the job market, intimacy and parenting.
Einat’s epic book Key to a Locked Door gained acclaim for its rare analysis from the standpoints of learning-disabled students, their parents and teachers. Ultimately, all three separate research studies pointed to the prime role the emotional aspect plays in the learning disabled student’s struggle. Volume Two now takes the study to new heights, proving how learning disabilities influence all realms of life.
The author’s unique approach juxtaposes the use of academic research tools with poignant personal stories relayed by the research subjects themselves. The result is a new research style, often with a literary flair, which enhances the scholarly conclusions.
Dr. Amela Einat is a renowned expert in the field of learning disabilities, with decades of clinical experience in Israel as a researcher, lecturer and counselor. She was among the founders of Israel’s first college-level preparatory program for learning disabled students.
Beyond her academic publications, Amela Einat has penned over 40 books of prose for all ages.
