PubMed · 5515379
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A D Cortazzo, J G Foshee. 1970. Intensive programming for optimal resident development.. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/5515379/
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This article is an overview of notable events in the history of mental retardation covering various epoch--Antiquity, Dark and Middle Ages, Renaissance, Reformation and the ensuing centuries to the present era. Society's attitude toward mental retardation is based on its needs, expectancies and social consciousness which frequently change. The plight of individuals with mental retardation had its nadir and acme; from abject treatment less than humane to recognition as rightful members of society. Nevertheless, there are still practices that restrict integration of the mentally retarded into the mainstream of society. Hopefully, these barriers will be broken down. This, however, will be contingent upon society's deference towards the inherent dignity of all men.
Pinworm, a common parasitic infestation, can be a chronic nuisance in community and institutional residences for people with developmental disabilities. Asymptomatic human carriage of the parasite and its eggs often prevents eradication from a communal residential setting. The elimination of pinworm from a system of community residential settings through a public health approach was described.
This review of 20 years of literature on sight word instruction for individuals with handicaps identifies several effective procedures. These procedures are described for the two types of learning required in sight word instruction--word recognition and comprehension. Criteria for procedural selection are recommended. Research limitations are critiqued with suggestions provided for further evaluation of sight word instruction.