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ERIC Number: EJ338863
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1985
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Contemporary Issues in Social Skills Research with Mentally Retarded Persons.
Schloss, Patrick J.; Schloss, Cynthia N.
Journal of Special Education, v19 n3 p269-82 Fall 1985
The paper reviews limitations in social skills research with mentally retarded persons, noting problems in conceptual development, validation of social skills objectives, and generalization. The most serious limitation identified is the failure to demonstrate that community integration and adjustment can be enhanced through training. (CL)
Descriptors: Concept Formation, Generalization, Interpersonal Competence, Mental Retardation, Normalization (Handicapped), Research Problems
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Evaluative
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Audience: Researchers
Language: English
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