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ERIC Number: EJ466997
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1993
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ISSN: ISSN-0271-1214
Implications of Risk and Opportunity Factors for Assessment and Intervention Practices.
Dunst, Carl J.
Topics in Early Childhood Special Education, v13 n2 p143-53 Sum 1993
This paper, which introduces the theme issue, examines the concept of children "at risk" and proposes a framework which includes not only risk but also opportunity factors in child behavior and development. A table presents 30 variables influencing human development and functioning, with associated risk and opportunity factors. (DB)
Descriptors: At Risk Persons, Child Development, Child Rearing, Children, Environmental Influences, Evaluation, Family Environment, Intervention, Models, Performance Factors, Prevention
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers
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Language: English
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Note: Theme Issue: Issues Related to "At-Risk."