The Development of Concepts of Handicap in Adolescence: A Cross Cultural Study, Part II.

Obani, Tim; Doherty, Jim

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The Development of Concepts of Handicap in Adolescence: A Cross Cultural Study, Part II.

Obani, Tim; Doherty, Jim

Educational Studies, v12 n2 p191-212 1986

Presents the results of a study of English and Nigerian adolescents' conceptions of the causes, effects, rehabilitation, and interaction of handicaps. Cognitive maturity (related to age) proved to be the greatest factor influencing accuracy of perception. Samples of questions and anecdotes are included. (JDH)

Descriptors: Adolescents, Cross Cultural Studies, Disability Discrimination, Disability Identification, Junior High Schools

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Language: English

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Identifiers - Location: Nigeria; United Kingdom (England)

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