Developmental Disabilities: Introduction to a Diverse Field

Anthony M. Graziano

ISBN 10: 0205322069 / ISBN 13: 9780205322060

Published by Allyn & Bacon, 2001

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1st edition. 512 pages. 9.25x7.00x1.00 inches. In Stock.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Developmental Disabilities: Introduction to a Diverse Field
• Publisher: Allyn & Bacon
• Publication Date: 2001
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0205322069
• ISBN 13: 9780205322060
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: Brand New
• Weight: 0.95 kilograms

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Synopsis

Provides a broad overview of developmental disabilities for future practitioners, educators, healthcare personnel, parents, and other lay people.

Written in a manner accessible to all, this text presents a coherent picture of developmental disabilities by focusing on etiology (causes and risk factors), clinical phenomena, social factors, service delivery models, historical factors, and prevention. It stresses the revolution in services for persons with disabilities over the past few decades and emphasizes the importance of using a lifespan developmental model in service and research.

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This book provides a broad introduction to an overview of developmental disabilities for future practitioners, educators, healthcare personnel, parents, and other lay people. Written in a manner accessible to all, this book presents a coherent picture of developmental disabilities by focusing on etiology (causes and risk factors), clinical phenomena, social factors, service delivery models, historical factors, and prevention. It stresses the revolution in services for persons with disabilities over the past few decades and emphasizes the importance of using a lifespan developmental model in service and research. For psychologists, educators, and special educators.