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Peer reviewedLyon, Richard; Bland, Wayne – Mental Retardation, 1969
Descriptors: Adjustment (to Environment), Exceptional Child Research, Mental Retardation, Nursing Homes
Peer reviewedSeltzer, Gary B.; And Others – Mental Retardation, 1988
Elderly mentally retarded persons living in community-based settings (N=39) were compared with those in nursing homes (N=59) with respect to medical status, behavior problems, and formal and informal supports. Among findings analyzed in discussion were that nursing home residents had fewer behavior and medical problems. (Author/JW)
Descriptors: Adaptive Behavior (of Disabled), Aging (Individuals), Behavior Problems, Client Characteristics (Human Services)
