Speaking for Themselves (International Academy For Research In Learning Disabilities Monograph Series #9)

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Synopsis
Speaking for Themselves: Ethnographic Interviews with Adults with Learning Disabilities by Paul J. Gerber and Henry B. Reiff investigates the personal and academic experiences of adults diagnosed with learning disabilities. Taking an ethnographic approach, the authors present in-depth interviews with nine adults, aged 22 to 56, exploring how their learning disabilities affect various aspects of their lives, such as education, vocational achievement, social and emotional adjustment, and daily living skills. The study categorizes subjects into three groups based on educational and vocational achievements: high, moderate, and marginal adjustment to adulthood. Through personal narratives, the book reveals the nuances of struggle and success in this often-overlooked adult demographic, offering valuable insights for researchers, educators, and policymakers. Particularly, it emphasizes the need for a better understanding of the challenges and needs faced by adults with learning disabilities, while calling for the expansion of personalized and effective support systems beyond childhood and adolescence into adult life. The findings highlight a significant variance in experiences, illustrating that the degree of success in adulthood often correlates with educational attainment and the ability to compensate for learning challenges. This research asserts the importance of inclusive practices and further studies to continue improving the quality of life and support for adults with learning disabilities.
Copyright:
1991

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Publisher Quality
ISBN-13:
9780472223466
Related ISBNs:
9780472102464
Publisher:
University of Michigan Press
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Copyrighted By:
the University of Michigan
Adult content:
No
Language:
English
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No
Categories:
Nonfiction, Disability-Related, Education
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Bookshare Staff
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