An Index of Social Competence for Use in Determining the Service Needs of Mentally Handicapped Adults.

McConkey, R.; Walsh, Jodie

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Publication Date: 1982-Mar

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An Index of Social Competence for Use in Determining the Service Needs of Mentally Handicapped Adults.

McConkey, R.; Walsh, Jodie

Journal of Mental Deficiency Research, v26 pt1 p47-61 Mar 1982

An Index of Social Competence, covering 15 ability areas was developed and administered to 376 mentally handicapped adults. The index should prove particularly useful in surveys of service requirements especially in the social and residential areas. (Author/SB)

Descriptors: Adults, Evaluation Methods, Interpersonal Competence, Mental Retardation, Needs Assessment, Test Construction, Test Validity

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Language: English

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