Break the Data-Bank with Monte Carlo? Statistical Problems in the Dispute between Conroy (1996) and Crinella, McCleary, and Swanson (1998).

Heifetz, Louis J.

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Publication Date: 1998

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Break the Data-Bank with Monte Carlo? Statistical Problems in the Dispute between Conroy (1996) and Crinella, McCleary, and Swanson (1998).

Heifetz, Louis J.

Mental Retardation, v36 n3 p227-36 Jun 1998

Comments on "The Small ICF/MR Program: Dimensions of Quality and Cost" (Conroy), that found small Intermediate Care Facilities (ICF) for individuals with mental retardation are inferior to other community programs. Acknowledges that while some research problems exist, no important evidence against the findings has been provided. (CR)

Descriptors: Adults, Community Programs, Deinstitutionalization (of Disabled), Group Homes, Mental Retardation, Monte Carlo Methods, Program Effectiveness, Quality of Life, Research Design, Research Methodology, Research Problems, Residential Institutions, Residential Programs

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Language: English

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