Handbook of Positive Psychology in Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Translating Research into Practice

This handbook examines the wide-ranging applications of positive psychology in the field of intellectual and developmental disabilities. It discusses the change in perceptions of disability and the shifting use of traditional deficit-based treatments. It presents evidence-based approaches and strate...

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Detalles Bibliográficos
Otros Autores: Shogren, Karrie A. editor (editor), Wehmeyer, Michael L. editor, Singh, Nirbhay N. editor
Formato: Libro electrónico
Idioma:Inglés
Publicado: Cham : Springer International Publishing 2017.
Edición:1st ed. 2017.
Colección:Springer Series on Child and Family Studies,
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Ver en Biblioteca Universitat Ramon Llull:https://discovery.url.edu/permalink/34CSUC_URL/1im36ta/alma991009798533906719
Tabla de Contenidos:
  • Part 1. Introduction
  • Chapter 1. Introduction to Positive Psychology
  • Chapter 2. Strengths-Based Approaches to Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
  • Chapter 3. The Supports Paradigm and Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
  • Chapter 4. Assessment in the Application of Positive Psychology to Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
  • Part 2. Applications of Positive Psychology in Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
  • Chapter 5. Self-Determination
  • Chapter 6. Mindfulness
  • Chapter 7. Positive Behavior Supports
  • Chapter 8. Revisioning Individual Support Plans
  • Chapter 9. Quality of Life
  • Chapter 10. Social Well-Being and Friendship
  • Chapter 11. Problem Solving and Decision Making
  • Chapter 12. Exercise, Leisure, and Physical Well-Being
  • Chapter 13. Character Strengths
  • Chapter 14. Adaptive Behavior
  • Chapter 15. Hope
  • Chapter 16. Goal Setting and Attainment
  • Chapter 17. Supportive Decision Making
  • Chapter 18. Assistive Technology
  • Chapter 19. Motivation
  • Chapter 20. Community Living Skills
  • Chapter 21. Career Development and Career Design
  • Chapter 22. Supported and Customized Employment
  • Chapter 23. Retirement
  • Chapter 24. Aging
  • Part 3. Future Directions in Research and Practice
  • Chapter 25. Translating Research in Practice.