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Davis-Berman, Jennifer; Berman, Dene S. – 1994
This book provides an overview of the history, theoretical basis, research, development, evaluation, and current status of wilderness therapy programs for troubled adolescents. An introduction explores theories of adolescence and adolescent development, problems facing adolescents in contemporary society, limitations of traditional mental health…
Descriptors: Adolescent Development, Adolescents, Adventure Education, At Risk Persons
Peer reviewedJohnson, Danny E.; Ashton-Shaeffer, Candace; Bullock, Charles C. – TEACHING Exceptional Children, 1997
Describes a program to facilitate contextual learning for school-aged students with disabilities by developing individualized, community-based leisure education programming in concert with students' families. Emphasis is on transfer of new skills to home and community and on self-determination in leisure interests and community involvement. (DB)
Descriptors: Community Based Instruction (Disabilities), Disabilities, Elementary Secondary Education, Family Involvement
Dunn, John M. – 1997
This text on physical education for children and adolescents with disabilities attempts to bring together current research findings and best educational practices from the fields of adapted physical education, special education, psychology, medicine, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and therapeutic recreation. The book is organized into…
Descriptors: Adapted Physical Education, Assistive Devices (for Disabled), Athletics, Disabilities
