With the enactment of recent legislation, school districts are mandated to provide education for students with disabilities in the least restrictive environment with their nondisabled peers to improve academic achievement. Students who require specialized physical health care services in the regular school setting may perceive their educational…

This study examined the influence of information about children's disabilities on preschool teachers' responses toward integrating children with disabilities in their classroom. Of particular interest was whether the severity of the child's educational needs and information about diagnosis were related to teachers' responses. Data were collected…

This study aims to identify the family characteristics that promote the development of social skills in children with physical disabilities. Parents and teachers completed a range of questionnaires in an Australia-wide study of 212 parents of children (5-12 years of age) with physical disabilities who attend mainstream schools. The relationships…