Although enhancing the social competence of students with severe disabilities has long
remained a prominent focus of school-based intervention efforts, relatively little attention has …

Since its initial passage in 1975, parent involvement had been a cornerstone of the
Individuals With Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). However, parents face many barriers in …

The purpose of this qualitative study was to explore the social experiences of preschoolers
with severe disabilities in an inclusive early education setting. Teachers, paraprofessionals …

Social interactions with peers are an important aspect of childhood development that is
closely linked to emotional well-being and success in school. We conducted a …

Both the population of siblings of youth with developmental disabilities (DDs) and the
popularity of clinical services designed for these youth are on the rise. However, the …

For decades, educators have lamented the lack of influence of research on educational
practice. This debate has occurred among special educators who note both the …

This exploratory study investigated linkages between parent, peer, teacher, and mentor
relationships and adjustment among adolescents with disabilities. The sample included 228 …

A generation of young people with disabilities has grown up living in their local communities
with their families and being included in the mainstream of school and community life. They …

The recent attempts to implement the 1990 Americans with Disabilities Act underscore the
necessity for promoting good health in adolescents with disabilities. This article addresses …