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ERIC Number: EJ508342
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1995
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Reference Count: 0
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ISSN: ISSN-0156-6555
Increasing the Involvement of People with an Intellectual Disability in Choice Making Situations: A Practical Approach.
Rawlings, Meredith; And Others
International Journal of Disability, Development and Education, v42 n2 p137-53 1995
Choice making by people with an intellectual disability was studied through observation in three settings: a private family home, a community group home, and an independent living situation. Factors that affect choice making are identified, including experience at making choices and the role of support people. Suggestions are offered for service providers. (Author/SW)
Descriptors: Caregiver Role, Decision Making, Family Environment, Group Homes, Independent Living, Mental Retardation, Normalization (Disabilities), Personal Autonomy, Self Determination
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Language: English
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Authoring Institution: N/A
Identifiers: Choice Behavior