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Wehmeyer, Michael L.; And Others – American Journal on Mental Retardation, 1996
This article proposes a definition and model of self-determination for individuals with mental retardation. Self-determined behavior is seen as autonomous, self-regulated, based on psychological empowerment, and self-realizing. Evaluation of the definition with individuals with mental retardation indicated that measures of essential…
Descriptors: Definitions, Empowerment, Measurement Techniques, Mental Retardation
