ISBN: 9780243082308 - A Social Study of Mental Defectives in New Castle County, Delaware (classic Reprint) (3 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. Step into the past and learn about the lives and experiences of mentally defective people in the early 20th century. This book presents a thorough investigation conducted by the Children's Bureau, delving into the challenges and complexities faced by these individuals. The report sheds light on their living conditions, the challenges they faced accessing education and employment, and the impact of their condition on their social relationships. The author also examines the limited institutional care available at the time and the ethical dilemmas surrounding the lack of adequate support for this vulnerable population. This book provides a valuable historical perspective on the treatment of mental de ciency, highlighting the need for continued efforts towards understanding and supporting individuals with intellectual disabilities. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…