The problem field and basic concepts of special psychology are reflected, the psychological features of the development of children with various types of deviant development are revealed, and also contains a description of the principles, content, forms and methods of psychological correction of developmental deviations, the main areas of activity of a psychologist in educational institutions. Intended for students of psychological and pedagogical specialties of higher educational institutions. May be useful for school psychologists, teachers, preschool teachers, as well as speech pathologists.