The Social Adaptation of Mainstreamed Mildly Retarded Children.

Taylor, Angela R.; And Others

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ERIC Number: EJ362734

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1987

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The Social Adaptation of Mainstreamed Mildly Retarded Children.

Taylor, Angela R.; And Others

Child Development, v58 n5 p1321-34 Oct 1987

The social adaptation of mainstreamed mildly retarded children was assessed. Results indicated that mildly retarded children were very much rejected by their peers. In comparison with nonretarded classmates, they reported significantly more dissatisfaction and anxiety about their peer relations. (PCB)

Descriptors: Elementary Education, Mainstreaming, Mild Mental Retardation, Peer Relationship, Preadolescents, Social Adjustment

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Audience: Researchers; Practitioners

Language: English

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Note: Thematic Issue: Schools and Development