Social Implications of Behavioral Interventions for Persons with Mental Retardation.

Bihm, Elson M.; And Others

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ERIC Number: EJ547395

Record Type: Journal

Publication Date: 1997

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Social Implications of Behavioral Interventions for Persons with Mental Retardation.

Bihm, Elson M.; And Others

American Journal on Mental Retardation, v101 n6 p567-78 May 1997

Examines the influence of type of behavioral program and program outcome on 230 university students' perceptions of a hypothetical 17-year-old boy with mental retardation who exhibited severe self-injury. A positive program was viewed as more acceptable and effective than were other programs, such as aversive strategies. (Author/CR)

Descriptors: Behavior Modification, College Students, Mental Retardation, Outcomes of Treatment, Positive Reinforcement, Program Effectiveness, Self Injurious Behavior, Social Attitudes, Student Attitudes

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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