Disabilities sourcebook : basic consumer health information about disabilities that affect the body, mind, and senses ... / edited by Amy L. Sutton. - 2nd ed. - Detroit, MI : Omnigraphics, c2011. - xviii, 651 p. : ill. ; 24 cm. - Health reference series . - Health reference series (Unnumbered) .

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Introduction to disabilities -- Types of disabilities -- Technologies and services that help people with disabilities and their families -- Staying healthy with a disability -- Special education for children with disabilities -- Legal, employment, and financial concerns for people with disabilities -- Additional help and information.

"Provides basic consumer health information about physical, cognitive, emotional, and sensory disabilities, along with facts about assistive technologies and other tools and services to foster independence, and guidance for families on educational, legal, and financial concerns. Includes index, glossary of related terms, and other resources"--

9780780812222 (hardcover : alk. paper) 0780812220 (hardcover : alk. paper)

2011038653


People with disabilities--United States--Handbooks, manuals, etc.
People with mental disabilities--United States--Handbooks, manuals, etc.

HV 1553 / .D544 2011