Family-level interventions for retarded children: A multivariate approach to issues and strategies

Abstract

This paper considers issues and strategies of household-level interventions for families of retarded children. A perspective regarding retardation and a statement of the relevant levels of analysis is set forth in the introduction. Section I considers the specific issues facing families with retarded children. The second section has two parts: 1) a review of the literature concerning interventions aimed at families with retarded children, and 2) suggestions for future research and intervention efforts.