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New York State Commission on Quality of Care for the Mentally Disabled, Albany. – 1992
This study examined the incidence and nature of abuse of individuals with developmental disabilities residing with their families in New York State. Informal meetings were held with service providers to discuss the issues, and 84 allegations of familial abuse and neglect were reviewed. The study found that familial abuse of these individuals…
Descriptors: Adults, Child Abuse, Criminals, Day Programs
