International review of research in developmental disabilities. Vol. 66 : Life experiences of adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities / edited by Brianne Tomaszewski.

Format:

Book

Contributor:

Tomaszewski, Brianne, editor.

Series:

International review of research in developmental disabilities ; 0074-7750 . 66 (OCoLC)1585860

International review of research in developmental disabilities ; . 66 2211-6095

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Developmental disabilities.

Intellectual disability.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (263 pages)

Edition:

First edition.

Place of Publication:

London, England : Academic Press, [2024]

Summary:

This book examines the benefits and challenges of postsecondary education, clinical care, community participation, employment, physical activity, and retirement for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). It discusses the impact of inclusive higher education programs, the importance of community and clinical support systems, and the application of systems frameworks to employment. The book also explores the measurement and correlates of community participation among autistic young adults and reviews interventions for enhancing physical activity and retirement processes. Intended for educators, policymakers, and practitioners, the book aims to improve understanding and support systems for adults with IDD. Generated by AI.

Contents:

Chapter 1. Benefits of postsecondary education experiences for adults with intellectual and developmental disability / Meg Grigal, Sara Jo Soldovieri, Beth Myers, Clare Papay, Caitlyn A. Bukaty

Chapter 2. Neurodiversity-affirming clinical care for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities / Sam Brandsen, Tara Chandrasekhar, Lauren Franz

Chapter 3. Community participation in autistic young adults: Conceptualization, measurement, and social-ecological correlates / Yeook Kim, Ellen S. Cohn, Dara V. Chan, Gael I. Orsmond

Chapter 4. A socioecological systems framework of employment for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities / Brianne Tomaszewski, Yolanda Perkins, Hayden Loeb, Ali Marx

Chapter 5. Capability, opportunity, and motivation to engage in physical activity for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities: A scoping review / Melissa N. Savage, Laura Weisbein, Syeda Farwa Kelly, Doah E. Shin, and Brianne Tomaszewski

Chapter 6. Retirement of workers with intellectual and developmental disabilities / Roger J. Stancliffe, Sarah A. Hall, Lynda Lahti Anderson.

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ISBN:

9780443317057

0443317054