41. The District Of Columbia Mental Retardation Volunteer Advocates Association,Inc. Works to ensure that the constitutional rights of those individuals with mental and developmental disabilities, who have cases reviewed by the Court, are protected and that those clients receive the best service available from the District or businesses contracted through the District government. Includes mission statement. http://www.dcqualitytrust.org/Community_Participation/The_District_of_Columbia_M

The District of Columbia Mental Retardation Volunteer Advocates Association, Inc. The District of Columbia Mental Retardation Volunteer Advocates Association, Inc. (DCMRVAA) was developed as a non-profit corporation in 1981 by the Superior Court of the District of Columbia in response to Public Law 2-137, the Mentally Retarded Citizens Constitutional Rights and Dignity Act. Under the law, the Superior Court is responsible for accepting petitions (which request services) and any subsequent pleadings on behalf of petitioning citizens with mental and developmental disabilities and thereafter providing each of the respondents with a volunteer advocate. The advocate's primary focus is to ensure that the constitutional rights of those individuals with mental and developmental disabilities, who have cases reviewed by the Court, are protected and that those clients receive the best service available from the District of Columbia or businesses contracted through the District government. The daily performance of the advocate should exemplify a level of professionalism befitting that of an agent of the Court. Quality Trust About Us Board Members Positions Available ... News and Events Select a link Quality Trust Positions Available About Us Board Members Obligations QT Links Staff Quick Tips What's New Evans Agreement Community News and Events Please contact our Webmaster with questions or comments.

42. Developmental Disability And Mental Retardation ResearchDevelopmental Disability Laboratory aims at medical,sociological and educational research of developmental disabilitiesmental retardation with chromosomal abnormality,autistic disorders,physical developmental disorders,intoxication. http://www.matsuishi-lab.org

Matsuishi Laboratory Unit of Neuropsychiatry Department of Special Education, Faculty of Education and Human Sciences,Yokohama National University, Japan The first of our research theme is the examinations of the medical causes of developmental disability, particularly mental retardation with chromosomal abnormality. The second is the epidemiological study in Yokohama City , the second largest city in Japan with the population of 3.4 million.The third is the study on the autistic disorders, particularly its social aspects and the clinical classification of this disorder. The fourth theme is the relationship and collaboration between education and medicine, particularly special education. We plan to use these research results for medical treatment and educational process. We present the results of our research and would like to discuss those medical and social problems presented from international point of view. Profile of our Lab. Staff and Collaborator Epidemiology Mental Retardation Incidence in Yokohama City The administrative management for mentally retarded persons An Epidemiological Study on the Cause of Mental Retardation in Yokohama City Pathology The Brain Structure as the Intermediary for the Emotions The Cerebral Limbic System etc- Recent knowledge concerning the neural development disorder hypothesis of schizophrenia with interpretations and observations of the Wagner brain case Chromosomal Abnormalities ... Intoxication(carbon monoxide intoxication) .Autistic Disorder Autism and Vocational training Autism and Early Detection Nosology of Autism Understanding and Supporting the Activities of Autistic PatientsBased on the Fundamentals of Cognitive Science and the Science of the Brain ... Major Revision of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) Medicine and Special Education

43. Mental Retardation: A Symptom And A Syndrome mental retardation A SYMPTOM AND A SYNDROME. During the Middle ages (476 1799 AD) the status and care of individuals with mental retardation varied greatly. http://www.uab.edu/cogdev/mentreta.htm

MENTAL RETARDATION: A SYMPTOM AND A SYNDROME Fred J. Biasini, Ph.D. Lisa Grupe, M.A. Lisa Huffman, Ph.D. Norman W. Bray, Ph.D. Department of Psychology University of Alabama at Birmingham Comprehensive Textbook of Child and Adolescent Disorders . New York: Oxford University Press, in press. Mailing address: Department of Psychology and Civitan International Research Center, SC 313, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, AL 35294. Phone: (205) 934-9768, FAX: (205) 975-6330. Send Internet email to: bray@cis.uab.edu Introduction The objective of this chapter is to provide the reader with an overview of mental retardation, a developmental disability with a long and sometimes controversial history. Following a brief historical overview, the current diagnostic criteria, epidemiological information and the status of dual diagnosis will be presented. Comprehensive assessment and common interventions will also be reviewed in some detail. Historical Perspective The plight of individuals with developmental disabilities has been dependent on the customs and beliefs of the era and the culture or locale. In ancient Greece and Rome, infanticide was a common practice. In Sparta, for example, neonates were examined by a state council of inspectors. If they suspected that the child was defective, the infant was thrown from a cliff to its death. By the second century A.D. individuals with disabilities, including children, who lived in the Roman Empire were frequently sold to be used for entertainment or amusement. The dawning of Christianity led to a decline in these barbaric practices and a movement toward care for the less fortunate; in fact, all of the early religious leaders, Jesus, Buddha, Mohammed, and Confucius, advocated human treatment for the mentally retarded, developmentally disabled, or infirmed (Sheerenberger, 1983).

44. CORE Not for profit agency providing information on residential and employment supports, for adults with mental retardation and developmental disabilities. http://COREinc.org

Home Page News Services Employment Opportunities ... How to Donate to CORE, Inc. "The softest things in the world often have to overcome the hardest things in the world" -Lao-Tzu "And the day came when the risk it took to remain tight in the bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom" -Anais Nin Cincinnati's Optimum Residential Environments (CORE), Inc. is one of the largest agencies serving adults with mental retardation and developmental disabilities in southwestern Ohio. 75% of those served reside in family-style group homes and receive 24 hour supports. The other 25% live in their own apartments or houses with assistance provided on an individualized, as-needed basis by ENCORE. Statistics over fifteen years of service tell a story of growth and success. Since its inception in 1986, CORE has doubled the number of full-time residents it serves and has doubled its workforce. The supported living services of CORE, called ENCORE (Extended Networks of CORE) were established in 1991. While CORE's primary activity is and always will be the provision of optimum services to those who entrust us with their dreams, a commitment to society and the community, at large, inspires us to create new commitment that we perpetuate CORE's mission.

45. Mental Retardation And The Death Penalty mental retardation and the Death Penalty. Defining mental retardation http://www.deathpenaltyinfo.org/article.php?scid=28&did=176

46. Exceptional Children, HYG-5265-96 Fact sheet from Ohio State University Extension on how to cope in the situation where a child is borm with special problems related to physical disabilities, sensory impairments, emotional disturbances, learning disabilities, and mental retardation. http://ohioline.osu.edu/hyg-fact/5000/5265.html

Ohio State University Fact Sheet Family and Consumer Sciences 1787 Neil Ave., Columbus, OH 43210 Exceptional Children HYG-5265-96 Pat Shenberger An exceptional child is one that is different in some way from the "normal" or "average" child. The term "exceptional child" includes those with special problems related to physical disabilities, sensory impairments, emotional disturbances, learning disabilities, and mental retardation. Most exceptional children require a lot of understanding and patience as well as special education and related services if they are to reach their full potential of development. It is estimated that one out of every ten children in the United States is an exceptional child, representing a total of nearly eight million children. However, it is difficult to determine the number of exceptional children in a given category for many reasons. The definitions of handicapping conditions are often ambiguous. Diagnosis of a condition may overlap with another condition or the diagnoses may change over time. Many exceptional children remain undetected and often parents resist having their children identified as exceptional because of the stigma attached with labeling. Families with children who have special needs are just like other families in many ways. These "ordinary" families can take many forms: traditional; single-parent; multi-cultural; and blended. They are also of various socioeconomic and ethnic backgrounds.

47. TRIPS For Adults With Developmental Disabilities, Mental Retardation, And Specia Offers vacation travel and outings for adults with special needs such as developmental disabilities, mental retardation, or physical handicaps. Online calendar and booking, activity descriptions, and media apperances highlighted. Also provides photographs, chaperone information, and travel links. http://tripsinc.com/

Get trip bulletins! Your Email: All Trips What's Included Trip Activities Travel Links ... Tell a Friend Tour Group Leader position open! More details... "Bob had such a GOOD TIME and showed us all his souvenirs [from Las Vegas] and his winnings on the nickel machine. Just wanted to let you know how wonderful your organization is to enable people with various handicaps to be able to go on trips like yours." Vacations For Special Travelers With Developmental Disabilities Trips Inc. Special Adventures provides travel outings to adults of various abilities in a safe, respectful and fun atmosphere. Our trips are designed for people with developmental disabilities and special needs who require staff assistance for a safe and enjoyable vacation. Check out our upcoming trips! Find Trip by Month January 2004 February 2004 March 2004 April 2004 May 2004 June 2004 July 2004 August 2004 September 2004 October 2004 November 2004 December 2004 Find Trip by Activity City Tours Cruises Holidays International Tours Music Outdoor Adventures Sports Theme Parks Warm Weather Fun All trips at a glance We're rooted in special education and offer the best ratio of travelers to chaperones - 1 to 3 or 4.

48. The Guided Tour,Inc - Travel For Persons With Developmental And Physical Challen Supervised travel, recreation and vacation program for persons with developmental disabilities and mental retardation, featuring trips all over the USA and the world. http://www.guidedtour.com/

Since 1972, thousands of men and women with developmental and physical challenges from all over the world have achieved greater independence through the travel experiences provided by The Guided Tour, Inc. The Guided Tour is a very special program that offers opportunities for personal growth, recreation and socialization through travel. Please take a few moments to learn more about our unique program. At any time you can click on " Request Form " which will bring you to the "Request Form" page. Once on the "Request Form" page, fill out the information on that page and a packet of information about our program will arrive within a few days. What Makes The Guided Tour Different? We were the first professionally supervised travel and vacation program in the United States for persons with developmental and physical challenges. In our 32nd year, we continue to pioneer in this field. Our staff are paid professionals, with most of them working or having worked in the field of MR/DD. We do not seek volunteers and we have virtually no staff turnover. A nurse accompanies most of our trips. If we know with sufficient notice, we can usually confirm that a nurse is on board for administering insulin injections and other special needs. We have a staff to traveler ratio of 1:3. For most persons in wheelchairs, with visual challenges or who are slow pacers, we provide a staff to traveler ratio of 1:1. these trips are described as "On Wheels" on our

49. Office Of Mental Retardation Community Mental Retardation System OMR Publications. Contact OMR. The Community mental retardation System The mental retardation system in Pennsylvania is statefunded and county administered. http://www.dpw.state.pa.us/omr/omrcom.asp

Search OMR DPW Links DPW Home DPW Services Apply for Services ... Search DPW OMR Services The Community Mental Retardation System HCSIS MR Terminology Individual Support Plan Planeacion De Apoyo Individual ... Medicaid Waivers Quality Management PUNS OMR Budget Highlights Health Care HCQUs Health Risk Assessment Medical Alerts ... Contact OMR The Community Mental Retardation System The Mental Retardation system in Pennsylvania is state-funded and county administered. To access services in your county, contact your local Mental Health/Mental Retardation (MH/MR) office. To find the nearest MH/MR office, click your county on the map below, or view our text only list. Last Modified: 06/07/2002

50. The UAB Civitan International Research Center Coordinates and conducts research related to human development, mental retardation, and developmental disabilities. Links for researchers and families about early child development, neurobiology research and developmental disabilities. (University of Alabama at Birmingham, Alabama) http://www.circ.uab.edu/

Text Only Content CIRC Director Dr. Michael Friedlander General Center Contact Information Links and News Internet Resources Civitan International This international service organization's support was essential in the creation of this Center and plays an integral role in its ongoing development. The Civitan Center has recently compiled an updated list of Online Resources of interest to child care professionals and parents. UAB Departments This link includes a search engine to locate departments, research centers, and administrative components at UAB. Many of our faculty are associated with the UAB Department of Psychology Children's Trust Fund And Civitan Center collaboration web site. The Alabama Department of Human Resources The Alabama Department of Rehabilitation Services site. Alabama Early Intervention System (AEIS) : This web site includes information about services available for eligible infants and toddlers and their families, the service delivery system, and personnel development opportunities.

51. Cognitive Disability / Mental Retardation - Family Village Library Library C D. Cognitive Disability / mental retardation. Learn More About It. An American History of mental retardation. Introduction to mental retardation. http://www.familyvillage.wisc.edu/lib_cdmr.htm

Cognitive Disability / Mental Retardation See also: Down syndrome Fragile X Syndrome Williams Syndrome , and Social Skills Who to Contact Where to Go to Chat with Others Learn More About It ... Non-English Resources Search Google for "Cognitive Disability" "Mental Retardation" Who to Contact American Association on Mental Retardation (AAMR) 444 North Capitol Street, NW; Suite 846 Washington, D.C. 20001-1512 Phone: 202-387-1968 Toll-Free: 800-424-3688 Fax: 202-387-2193 Web: http://www.aamr.org/ The American Association on Mental Retardation (AAMR) is an organization of professionals working in the field of mental retardation. The association has state/provincial chapters organized into 9 geographic areas and 18 divisions for specific professional disciplines. AAMR publishes two professional journals, 'The American Journal on Mental Retardation' , devoted to research in the field, and 'Mental Retardation' , devoted to program activities. A bimonthly newsletter, , provides up-to-date information on current issues and models of service. The association's testing materials include the Adaptive Behavior Scales, a test to measure the abilities of people who are mentally retarded. The Arc of the United States 1010 Wayne Avenue, Suite 650

52. Mental Retardation mental retardation is a condition in which people have lower than normal intelligence and are unable to function at the level expected for their age. http://kidshealth.org/kid/health_problems/birth_defect/mental_retardation.html

KidsHealth Kids Kids' Health Problems There's a new kid in your class at school. Right away, you notice he seems different than everyone else and he has a teacher's aide with him all the time. He seems nice and friendly, but you can't stop wondering why he acts the way he does. He may have a condition called mental retardation. What Is Mental Retardation? Mental retardation (say: ree-tar- day -shen) is a condition in which people have lower than normal intelligence and are unable to function at the level expected for their age. People with mental retardation are usually born with it, or it develops early in their life. They may also have some difficulty with daily living skills such as learning to read and write and caring for themselves. Doctors and other professionals determine that a person has mental retardation based on their intelligence and how well they can do everyday activities. Intelligence is the ability to learn and understand. Levels of intelligence are measured by special tests called intelligence tests. The score a person gets on one of these tests gives a numerical measure of a person's intelligence. This is called an intelligence quotient (say: kwo -shunt) or IQ.

53. International Order Of Alhambra A Fraternal Order of Catholic Men dedicated to assisting persons developmentally disabled by mental retardation. http://www.orderalhambra.org/home.html

54. ED372593 1994-09-00 Mental Retardation. ERIC Digest E528. This revised digest presents basic information on mental retardation for educators and others. First, definitions from the Individuals http://www.ericfacility.net/databases/ERIC_Digests/ed372593.html

ERIC Identifier: Publication Date: Author: Hawkins-Shepard, Charlotte Source: ERIC Clearinghouse on Disabilities and Gifted Education Reston VA. Mental Retardation. ERIC Digest E528. THIS DIGEST WAS CREATED BY ERIC, THE EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES INFORMATION CENTER. FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT ERIC, CONTACT ACCESS ERIC 1-800-LET-ERIC WHAT IS MENTAL RETARDATION? A definition for mental retardation is found in Public Law 101-476, the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) of 1990: Mental retardation means significantly subaverage general intellectual functioning existing concurrently with deficits in adaptive behavior and manifested during the developmental period that adversely affects a child's educational performance. [Federal Register, 57(189), September 29, 1992, p.44801] In its 1992 manual on definition and classification, the American Association on Mental Retardation (AAMR) offers the following definition: Mental retardation refers to substantial limitations in present functioning. It is characterized by significantly subaverage intellectual functioning, existing concurrently with related limitations in two or more of the following applicable adaptive skill areas: Communication, self-care, home living, social skills, community use, self-direction, health and safety, functional academics, leisure and work. Mental retardation manifests before age 18.

55. RSSI Of Charlotte, North Carolina A nonprofit organization that provides residential services and community support to individuals with developmental disabilities including mental retardation, down syndrome, cerebral palsy, and traumatic brain injuries. http://www.rssi.cncoffice.com/

Residential Support Services Inc. RSS Inc. Our History Donations, Directions, Contacts Group Homes ... Favorite Links Residential Support Services Inc.: RSS Inc. Virtual Office of Welcome to Residential Support Services Web Site Serving People with Developmental Disabilities. Our Mission Statement Residential Support Services, Inc. is dedicated to providing high quality services and housing to individuals with developmental disabilities.We are committed to supporting the individual in his or her effort to: *Develop self-reliance *Exercise freedom of choice *Achieve personal fulfillment *Establish and maintain relationships *Participate in community life Residential Support Services believes in joining with others to utilize all resources effectively for the benefit of individuals we serve, our employees, and the community.

56. Dmhmrs.chr.state.ky.us/ BDS Internet Site Index Administration Region I Region II Region III Map of Regions Notice of Privacy Practices Services Mental Health (Adult) mental retardation (Adult) Children http://dmhmrs.chr.state.ky.us/

57. Nazis And Retards A series of historical and behavioral convergences between adherents of the Nazi party and people suffering mental retardation. http://www.velocity.net/~acekc/nazis_and_retards.htm

Nazis and Retards: Coincidence? Naaaaah. Some say there are no coincidences. If you look hard enough, you can find the amazing convergence of events that link Abraham Lincoln and John F. Kennedy, Elvis and Jesus, or Dairy Queen and porno movies. Well, we just couldn't resist pushing the boundaries. Our psychic investigators at the Subtle Chunks Research Operation Terminally Undermining Mysteries (SCROTUM) have discovered a series of historical and behavioral convergences between believers in the Nazi party and people suffering mental retardation that shook our sanity to the core. Behold, if you dare... the first 66 of our findings: Nazis shave their heads to demonstrate solidarity with the white race. Retards have their heads shaved to prevent lice. Nazis conquered Europe with large Panzer tanks. Retards dominate the playground with large steel wheelchairs. Ever notice how the Nazi salute and a retard's chest-thumping arm spasm are alike? "Sieg Huuuuuhhhhh!" Nazis want their own separate homeland, away from the lesser peoples. Retards already have their own homeland: their own wing of the school and their own special buses.

58. Rule Chapters For The Maine Department Of Behavioral And Developmental Services for the Department of Behavioral and Developmental Services (formerly the Department of Mental Health, mental retardation, and Substance Abuse Services). http://www.state.me.us/sos/cec/rcn/apa/14/chaps14.htm

State Agencies Web Policies My Maine.gov Email this page State of Maine Rule Chapters for the Department of Behavioral and Developmental Services (formerly the Department of Mental Health, Mental Retardation, and Substance Abuse Services) Chapters available for downloading are highlighted. All chapters for this Department are formatted in Microsoft Word for Windows 2.0. WARNING: While we have taken care with the accuracy of the files accessible here, they are not "official" state rules in the sense that they can be used before a court. Anyone who needs a certified copy of a rule chapter should contact the APA Office If you're trying to view these chapters and are having trouble, click here for some advice. 14 118 Office of Substance Abuse Ch. 1 Guidelines for Grants and Purchase of Service Agreements Ch. 2 Driver Education and Evaluation Programs Procedure Manual Ch. 3 Request for Proposal Policies Ch. 4 Regulations for Licensing and Certifying of Substance Abuse Treatment Programs Ch. 6

59. PsycSCAN: LD/MR (Learning Disabilities And Mental Retardation) PsycSCAN LD/MR (Learning Disabilities and mental retardation). PsycSCAN LD/MR contains abstracts related to learning and communication http://www.apa.org/psycinfo/products/scan-ldmr.html

Electronic Products Print Products Product Comparison Chart Access for Individuals ... PsycVIDEO PsycSCAN: LD/MR (Learning Disabilities and Mental Retardation) PsycSCAN: LD/MR contains abstracts related to learning and communication disorders and mental retardation covering a wide range of topics, including theories, research, assessment, treatment, rehabilitation, and educational issues. Records are chosen for PsycSCAN: LD/MR based on index terms drawn from the Thesaurus of Psychological Index Terms Topics Covered Subscription Information ISSN: 0730-1928 This electronic-only PsycSCAN is available to APA members and non-members. Go to APA's Online Member Services and click on the PsycSCAN button for access. APA Member/Associate/Affiliate: APA Nonmember/Individual: Institution: N/A All access, subscription correspondence, and renewal information will be transmitted electronically. APA member subscribers will not see this PsycSCAN on their annual journal order statement; instead, they will receive an electronic renewal reminder. Subscriber Categories APA Member/Associate/Affiliate: Individuals who hold current, paid membership in APA in any of the following categories: Member, Associate Member, International Affiliate, High School Teacher Affiliate, or Dues-Exempt Member. (Student Affiliates please contact

60. A Call To Serve International | Homepage Columbia, Missouri campaign to donate iodized salt to Georgia (state of the former Soviet Union). The salt will help combat thryoid related problems such as goiter, mental retardation and weakened immune systems. http://www.acalltoserve.org/

People helping people build a free and peaceful world About ACTS Programs Newsletter Members Only ... Contact Welcome to our website! ACTS International is happy to announce the beginning of preparations for the new, already 9th season of the Georgian diabetic camp for children “Green Valley.” In July 2004, about 60 Georgian diabetic children will spend 10 days at the camp located at a beautiful mountainous resort in Georgia. It has become a good tradition over the last eight years that approximately 60 Georgian children diagnosed with diabetes come to “Green Valley,” meet other diabetic children, and take part in various activities – from hiking to applied arts. These 10 days of camp provide children with not only a great social experience and memories that will linger forever but most importantly, they learn to cope with the disease and learn important skills for managing diabetes. In addition, children are under continuous medical supervision of our wonderful team of Georgian and American doctors. ... more ... Sign Up To Receive Electronic Newsletter Name: Email: Current Programs Iodized Salt Drive Sister Cities Georgian Diabetic Camp Volunteer Opportunities Press releases / Iodized Salt Drive Promotional Materials Statement of Need Corporate Sponsorship Levels Salt Drive Flyer Salt Drive Promotional Clip (Short movie) You will need the free Adobe Acrobat Reader and Windows Media Player to read the files and watch the movie.

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