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

• Corporate Author: SpringerLink (Online service)
• Other Authors: Shogren, Karrie A. (Editor), Wehmeyer, Michael L. (Editor), Singh, Nirbhay N. (Editor)
• Format: Electronic eBook
• Language: English
• Published: Cham : Springer International Publishing : Imprint: Springer, 2017.
• Series: Springer Series on Child and Family Studies
• Subjects: Psychology.; Behavioral therapy.; Social work.; Child psychology.; School psychology.; Child and School Psychology.; Behavioral Therapy.; Social Work.

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...