The Developmentally Disabled: Resources and Treatment

Paper Summary:

This paper describes a research project which attempted to determine techniques and modalities that have been shown to be effective in the treatment of developmental disabilities in general. A specific emphasis was placed on how these issues affect this population in Albuquerque, New Mexico. A review of the peer-reviewed and relevant literature is followed by an assessment of the significance of the research and its implications for policymakers and practitioners. A summary of the research is provided at the conclusion.

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Abstract
Disabled in Albuquerque
Introduction
Statement of the Problem
Importance of the Study
Review and Discussion
Developmentally Disabled in Albuquerque Today
Creating a Collaborative Environment among Service Providers
Significance of Analysis
Implications for Policymakers
Implications for Healthcare Practitioners
Summary and Conclusion

From the Paper:

"Because resources are by definition scarce, it is important to identify the most effective treatment modality available for helping people who are developmentally disabled. While most healthcare practitioners today may debate the fine points, a virtual consensus has emerged in recent years that suggests a collaborative and interdisciplinary environment is the most effective clinical intervention available because it makes the most of the resources that are available. By treating children and adults with developmental disabilities in an interdisciplinary setting characterized by culturally sensitive practitioners, the knowledge and expertise of a wide range of practitioners can be brought to bear on these challenging problems."

Sample of Sources Used:

• Agran, M., Blanchard, C., Hughes, C., & Wehmeyer, M. (2002). Increasing the problem- solving skills of students with developmental disabilities participating in general education. Remedial and Special Education, 23(5), 279.
• Albin, R. W., Anderson, J. L., Carr, E. G., Dunlap, G., Fox, L., Horner, R. H., Koegel, L. K., Koegel, R. L., Sailor, W., & Turnbull, A. P. (2002). Positive behavior support: Evolution of an applied science. Journal of Positive Behavior Interventions, 4(1), 4.
• Albuquerque: Health care. (2006). Cities of the United States: The West. Retrieved April 4, 2006 from http://www.city-data.com/us-cities/The-West/Albuquerque-Health-Care.html.
• Albuquerque, New Mexico. (2002, April). Monkeyshines on America: New Mexico Issue, 10.
• Baker, D. L., & Stahl, E. M. (2004). Case study of interagency coordinating councils: Examining collaboration in services for children with disabilities. Journal of Disability Policy Studies, 15(3), 168.

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