Adults with Mental Retardation: Exercising Choice in Leisure Activities.

Glausier, Sheryl R.; Whorton, James E.; Wilson, Rebecca M.

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ERIC Number: EJ588455

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1999

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Adults with Mental Retardation: Exercising Choice in Leisure Activities.

Glausier, Sheryl R.; Whorton, James E.; Wilson, Rebecca M.

Catalyst, v28 n2 p20-24 Sum 1999

Investigates leisure choices and frequency of participation in leisure activities by adults with mental retardation. Presents the activities these individuals prefer, and the actual frequency of participation. Shows that these adults have very distinct likes and dislikes in the choice of activities and appear to have the desire and ability to exercise their choices. Contains 12 references. (VWC)

Descriptors: Adult Development, Adults, Leisure Education, Leisure Time, Mental Retardation, Recreational Activities, Selection

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers; Reports - Evaluative

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Language: English

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