Intellectually Impaired People

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Focusing on societal attitudes and historical context, the book explores the ongoing challenges faced by intellectually impaired individuals. It examines national and international conventions, the dynamics of sheltered workshops, and the balance between self-responsibility and limitations. The narrative highlights significant events, such as the Tuskegee study, that shifted public perception, and addresses the complexities surrounding the visibility of disabled children. Ultimately, it captures the evolving conceptual frameworks and the dilemmas in supporting and understanding this community.