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Publication Date: 1981
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Ideology and Practice of Deinstitutionalization.
Felton, Barbara J.; Shinn, Marybeth
Journal of Social Issues, v37 n3 p158-72 Sum 1981
Compares the history and current status of deinstitutionalization efforts for the mentally ill, criminal offenders, and the aged. Suggests that ideologies for all three groups are similar, but that practices have diverged. Points out that ideologies frequently distort perceptions of practice. (Author/MJL)
Descriptors: Civil Liberties, Community Attitudes, Community Programs, Court Role, Criminals, Deinstitutionalization (of Disabled), Delinquency, Evaluation Criteria, Family Attitudes, Mental Disorders, Older Adults, Program Effectiveness, Recidivism, Rehabilitation Programs, Social Influences, Theories
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Language: English
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