Out of the Darkness and Into the Light: Nebraska's Experience in Mental Retardation [Paperback]

Edited by Robert L. Schalock (Author), Robert L. Schalock (Editor), David L. Braddock (Editor)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 1, 2002

The Nebraska model for dealing with the condition of mental retardation has been emulated worldwide. This book contains an inspiring collection of articles on how the change occurred and is written by those who made the change happen.

Since 1876, the American Association on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (AAIDD) has been providing worldwide leadership in the field of disabilities. AAIDD is the oldest and largest interdisciplinary organization of professionals and citizens concerned about intellectual and developmental disabilities.

AAIDD publishes books for professionals in developmental disability in the areas of:

-Supported living
-Definition of intellectual disability
-Disability funding
-Positive behavior support
-Palliative care
-Quality of life
-Health

Product Details

• Paperback: 267 pages
• Publisher: American Association on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (January 1, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0940898756
• ISBN-13: 978-0940898752
• Product Dimensions: 10.2 x 7.4 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,519,747 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)