A rose is a rose but what is intellectual disability? / Ciro Ruggerini and Antonina Pellegrino -- Is intelligence a general mental capacity? / Margherita Orsolini, Francesca Federico and Sergio Melogno -- Assessments of children with developmental delays and intellectual disability / Margherita Orsolini, Sara Conforti, and Sergio Melogno -- Intervention to empower children's learning / Margherita Orsolini and Sergio Melogno -- Attachment and intellectual disability: promoting secure attachment in relationships / Furio Lambruschi, Ciro Ruggerini, and Melvin Piro -- Not just telling: narratives and the construction of shared understanding in interaction / Marilena Fatigante, Samantha Salomone, and Margherita Orsolini -- Personal identity, desire, life project / Ciro Ruggerini, Stefania Musci, and Aldo Moretti.
Summary:
"Understanding Intellectual Disability: A Guide for Professionals and Parents supports professionals and parents in understanding critical concepts, correct assessment procedures, delicate and science-infused communication practices and treatment methods concerning children with intellectual disabilities. This is an accessible guide offering an up-to-date vision of intellectual disability and is essential for psychologists, health care professionals, special educators, students in clinical psychology, and parents"-- Provided by publisher.
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.