Protective Behaviours: A Useful Approach in Working with People with Learning Disabilities.

Harper, Glynis; Hopkinson, Peter; McAfee, John G.

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ERIC Number: EJ661009

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 2002

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Protective Behaviours: A Useful Approach in Working with People with Learning Disabilities.

Harper, Glynis; Hopkinson, Peter; McAfee, John G.

British Journal of Learning Disabilities, v30 n4 p149-52 Dec 2002

This article provides an overview of the basic features of the protective behaviors (PBs) approach and suggests that the PBs approach is relative to people with mental retardation, particularly in relation to issues of vulnerability and empowerment. It provides examples of the application of PBs approach in clinical settings. (Contains 7 references.) (Author/CR)

Descriptors: Adult Education, Child Safety, Daily Living Skills, Educational Strategies, Elementary Secondary Education, Empowerment, Mental Retardation, Problem Solving, Program Design, Safety Education, Self Help Programs, Staff Development

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive

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Language: English

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