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This project proposes a program designed to reduce the likelihood of abuse to children with developmental disabilities by teaching and training their parents. It begins with the evidence of abuse of children with developmental disabilities. The causes behind higher than average abuse rates are enumerated. The correlation between parental stress and abuse is covered. Violence prevention programs for schools, inmates and children are reviewed for viability. Components of these programs may be useful for a program focused on children with developmental disabilities. Violence prevention programs that serve children with developmental disabilities are reviewed. Possible solutions for reducing stress in general and in relation to raising a child with developmental disabilities are addressed.
| Advisor: | Brown, Meredith |
| Commitee: | Andolina, Michael |
| School: | State University of New York Empire State College |
| Department: | Social Policy |
| School Location: | United States -- New York |
| Source: | MAI 52/02M(E), Masters Abstracts International |
| Source Type: | DISSERTATION |
| Subjects: | Social research |
| Keywords: | Abuse, Children, Developmental disabilties, Prevention, Program, Teaching |
| Publication Number: | 1543687 |
| ISBN: | 9781303311864 |
