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Until recently, residential placement had long been the treatment of choice for mentally retarded children and adolescents. This approach has changed over the last 20 years, however, as many professionals and parents have become strong advocates of home treatment for this population. The present chapter will discuss the alternative of residential treatment for the mentally retarded. The discussion will begin by examining the definition of mental retardation and its implications for treatment. Next, the history of residential treatment and current influences on its role will be examined. Finally, key components for providing effective residential treatment will be elaborated.
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Konarski, E.A. (1989). Mentally Retarded Children and Adolescents. In: Lyman, R.D., Prentice-Dunn, S., Gabel, S. (eds) Residential and Inpatient Treatment of Children and Adolescents. Springer, Boston, MA. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4899-0927-5_15
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