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Peer reviewedDumars, Kenneth W.; And Others – Research in Developmental Disabilities, 1987
The University of California, Irvine University Affiliated Program has developed a model for prevention of developmental disabilities which is interdisciplinary, promotes reasoned cooperative efforts, and provides a basis for evaluation and research. The model is composed of five major and functional approaches to prevention with a central core…
Descriptors: Cooperative Programs, Developmental Disabilities, Ethics, Interdisciplinary Approach
Peer reviewedSturmey, Peter – Research in Developmental Disabilities, 1995
This article first reviews concerns over the use of psychotropic medication and the use of diagnostic criteria with persons with developmental disabilities and notes the variety of potential diagnoses that may underlie a behavior disorder. A model to guide clinical decision making is developed that stresses the importance of reliable differential…
Descriptors: Behavior Disorders, Clinical Diagnosis, Decision Making, Developmental Disabilities
Peer reviewedLibb, J. Wesley; Eklund, Elaine – Research in Developmental Disabilities, 1987
The article defines leadership training and presents data on the impact of University Affiliated Facilities (UAF) programs which provide interdisciplinary advanced clinical training in areas related to improved care for mentally retarded and handicapped children and their families. Two conceptual approaches to UAF leadership training are…
Descriptors: Clinical Experience, Developmental Disabilities, Interdisciplinary Approach, Leadership Training
Peer reviewedPyles, David A. M.; Muniz, Kathleen; Cade, Amanda; Silva, Rodolfo – Research in Developmental Disabilities, 1997
Discusses the use of different medications for people with developmental disabilities and presents a paradigm for integrating behavior-analytic and psychopharmacological treatment interventions. The model is consistent with the least restrictive, yet effective, treatment philosophy and addresses assessment and treatment of medical issues,…
Descriptors: Decision Making, Developmental Disabilities, Drug Therapy, Environmental Influences
