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Konarski, Edward A., Jr.; Sutton, Kelly; Huffman, Alice – American Journal on Mental Retardation, 1997
Investigation of episodes of injury and personal characteristics among 412 individuals with mental retardation living in Intermediate Care Facilities found that 16% of the group experienced 67% of injuries. Individuals taking antipsychotics, having higher maladaptive behavior scores, and having relatively higher levels of adaptive behavior were…
Descriptors: Adaptive Behavior (of Disabled), Behavior Problems, Incidence, Injuries
