Community Mental Health Services and Daily Living Skills: The Relevance of a Home Economics Curriculum.

Cunningham, Flora E.; Weis, David L.

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ERIC Number: EJ335402

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Publication Date: 1986

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Community Mental Health Services and Daily Living Skills: The Relevance of a Home Economics Curriculum.

Cunningham, Flora E.; Weis, David L.

Journal of Home Economics, v78 n2 p47-50 Sum 1986

Community treatment settings offer home economists an opportunity to participate actively in the deinstitutionalization of mental health clients. Behavioral objectives for these clients are examined in the following areas: personal health and safety, community awareness, housing, nutrition, clothing and personal appearance, and financial management. (CT)

Descriptors: Adult Education, Behavioral Objectives, Community Programs, Daily Living Skills, Deinstitutionalization (of Disabled), Home Economics Education, Mental Health Clinics, Mental Health Programs, Program Implementation, Program Improvement

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers

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Language: English

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