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Aging and Developmental Disability

Current Research, Programming, and Practice Implications

By Joy Hammel, Susan Nochajski

Published March 28th 2001 by Routledge – 112 pages

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Aging and Developmental Disability: Current Research, Programming, and Practice Implications explores research findings and their implications for practice in relation to normative and disability-related aging experiences and issues. This valuable book discusses the effectiveness of specific interventions targeted toward aging adults with developmental disabilities such as Down's Syndrome, cerebral palsy, autism, and epilepsy, and offers suggestions for practice and future research in this area.

Contents

Contents

  • Introduction: Aging and Developmental Disability: Current Research, Programming, and Practice Implications
  • The Impact of Age-Related Changes on the Functioning of Older Adults with Developmental Disabilities
  • Overview of Health Issues of Older Women with Intellectual Disabilities
  • Assistive Technology and Environmental Intervention (AT-EI) Impact on the Activity and Life Roles of Aging Adults with Developmental Disabilities: Findings and Implications for Practice
  • Supporting Adults with Intellectual Disabilities and Their Families in Planning and Advocacy: A Literature Review
  • Challenges to Aging in Place: The Elder Adult with MR/DD
  • Aging and Developmental Disability Information Resources
  • Index
  • Reference Notes Included

Name: Aging and Developmental Disability: Current Research, Programming, and Practice Implications (Paperback) – Routledge 
Description: By Joy Hammel, Susan Nochajski. Aging and Developmental Disability: Current Research, Programming, and Practice Implications explores research findings and their implications for practice in relation to normative and disability-related aging experiences and issues. This valuable book...
Categories: Gerontology/Ageing, Dementia, Psychotherapy