International Review of Research in Mental Retardation, Volume 18: Volume 18 (International Review of Research in Mental Retardation)

This serial was established under the editorship of Dr. Norman R. Willis in 1966. As a result of his editorial effort and the contributions of many authors, the serial is now recognized as the area's best source of reviews of behavioral research on mental retardation. From its inception, active research scientists and graduate students in mental retardation have looked to this serial as a major source of critical reviews of research and theory in the area. These volumes are required reading for any professional seeking a deeper insight into the behavioral consequences of intellectual and developmental handicaps. Content: Consulting Editors Page ii Edited by Page iii Copyright page Page iv Contributors Pages ix-x Preface Pages xi-xiii Norman W. Bray Perceptual Deficits in Mildly Mentally Retarded Adults Original Research Article Pages 1-27 Robert Fox, Stephen Oross III Stimulus Organization and Relational Learning Original Research Article Pages 29-53 Sal A. Soraci Jr., Michael T. Carlin Stimulus Control Analysis and Nonverbal Instructional Methods for People with Intellectual Disabilities Original Research Article Pages 55-109 William J. McIlvane Sustained Attention in Mentally Retarded Individuals Original Research Article Pages 111-136 Phillip D. Tomporowski, Lisa D. Hager How Modifiable Is the Human Life Path? Original Research Article Pages 137-157 Ann M. Clarke, Alan D.B. Clarke Unraveling the “New Morbidity”: Adolescent parenting and Developmental Delays Original Research Article Pages 159-196 John G. Borkowski, Thomas L. Whitman, Anne Wurtz Passion, Elizabeth A. Rellinger, Kristen Sommer, Deborah Keogh, Keri Weed Longitudinal Research in Down Syndrome Original Research Article Pages 197-223 Janet Carr Staff Training and Management for Intellectual Disability Services Original Research Article Pages 225-245 Chris Cullen Quality of Life of People with Development Disabilities Original Research Article Pages 247-287 Trevor R. Parmenter Index Pages 289-301 This is the 18th volume in a series which reviews research and theory in the area of mental retardation. It offers insights into the behavioural consequences of intellectual and developmental handicaps.