Mental Retardation: Definition, Classification, and Systems of Supports
By Unknown Author.
Description
AAMR defines mental retardation -- for the courts, the schools, federal and state governments, and programs across the U.S. and around the world. This latest definition presents a new paradigm which emphasizes abilities, environments, supports, and empowerment -- rather than level of disability. It focuses on how the whole person functions within the context of their environment and classifies the intensities of needed supports -- rather than an IQ- derived level of functioning. Mental Retardation is an indispensable resource for anyone interested in mental retardation. Understanding the ne...
ISBN(s)
0940898306, 9780940898301
