| Enhancing the Quality of Life of People with Intellectual Disabilities: From Theory to Practice 2011 Edition Contributor(s): Kober, Ralph (Editor) |
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ISBN: 9400733674 ISBN-13: 9789400733671 Publisher: Springer OUR PRICE: $161.49 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: December 2012 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Social Science | Research - Social Science | Social Work - Psychology | Developmental - Child |
| Dewey: 362.3 |
| Series: Social Indicators Research |
| Physical Information: 0.92" H x 6.14" W x 9.21" (1.40 lbs) 432 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: This book contains a series of articles, written by international experts in the fields of intellectual disability and quality of life, that explore a broad range of issues that impact on the quality of life of people with intellectual disabilities and their families. The book commences with a general discussion on defining quality of life and family quality of life and the appropriateness of using these constructs in the field of intellectual disability, and is followed by an analysis on the effects of living arrangements and employment on quality of life. The book concludes with discussions on the unique issues facing children with intellectual disabilities and people living in developing countries and the effect these issues have upon their quality of life. |