Mental Retardation 2Ed Cl Cl

By George S. Baroff, J. Gregory Olley, J Gregory Olley

Book Overview

The new edition of what has been an important book in the field of mental retardation revisits the major issues affecting individuals with mental retardation, those personally responsible for their education and well being, and society-at-large. This authoritative text provides up-to-date material on the major dimensions of the disorder -- its nature, its causes, and its treatment or management.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0891162631
• ISBN13: 9780891162636
• Release Date: October 1986
• Publisher: Old TFI Soc Sci
• Length: 541 Pages
• Weight: 2.31 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.2" x 1.3" x 6.2"

Customer Reviews

A Must-Read for MR Professionals

Mental Retardation: Nature, Cause and Management is an easy-to-read review of the many issues and concerns related to mental retardation. Educators, mental health providers, residential program staff, health care providers, administrators, policy-makers, and students are offered a wealth of information related to avariety of topics, including: etiology, impact of MR on individual psychosocial functioning and personality, history and nature of support services for persons with MR, MR & sexuality, and dual diagnosis. Baroff summarizes the relevant research from a variety of disciplines ranging from the genetics and biology to linguistics, psychology, and education. He also provides detailed descriptions of common services, programs, and practical dilemmas encountered by persons with MR and the people who care for them. The 50-page bibliography is, in itself, an important resource.