Health Promotion for persons with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities: The State of Scientific Evidence
By Edited by Wendy M. Nehring.
Description
This key report summarizes current research on major topics affecting the health and well being of persons with intellectual disabilities. The book provides a solid basis for developing interventions and solutions to eliminate health disparities among persons with intellectual disabilities. Health Promotion is based on a national conference held by the AAIDD in 2004.Contents:-Hypertension-Obesity-Swallowing dysfunction-Epilepsy-Mental health-Physical activity and mobility-Access to health care-Reproductive health-Violence-Case management, care coordination, and managed care-Complementary an...
ISBN(s)
0940898918, 9780940898912
