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This book explores the historical perspectives on people with learning disabilities, providing a comprehensive overview of the field and insights into the experiences of individuals with learning disabilities throughout history.

From Idiocy to Mental Deficiency: Historical Perspectives on People with Learning Disabilities (Routledge Studies in the Social History of Medicine)

by David Wright

4.7 out of 5

Language	:	English
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Print length	:	238 pages

The book is divided into four parts, each of which examines a different aspect of the history of learning disabilities:

Part 1: The Early Years

This part explores the early history of learning disabilities, from the ancient world to the Middle Ages. It examines the ways in which people with learning disabilities were perceived and treated during this time period, and how these perceptions and treatments changed over time.

Part 2: The Enlightenment and the Rise of Special Education

This part explores the Enlightenment and its impact on the field of learning disabilities. It examines the ways in which the Enlightenment led to a new understanding of people with learning disabilities, and how this new understanding led to the development of special education.

Part 3: The 20th Century and the Rise of the Disability Rights Movement

This part explores the 20th century and the rise of the disability rights movement. It examines the ways in which the disability rights movement impacted the field of learning disabilities, and how it led to new policies and practices that promoted the inclusion of people with learning disabilities in society.

Part 4: The 21st Century and the Future of Learning Disabilities

This part explores the 21st century and the future of learning disabilities. It examines the current state of the field and the challenges that still need to be addressed, and it looks ahead to the future of learning disabilities and the ways in which we can continue to improve the lives of people with learning disabilities.

This book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of learning disabilities. It provides a comprehensive overview of the field and insights into the experiences of individuals with learning disabilities throughout history.

Reviews

"This book is a valuable contribution to the field of learning disabilities. It provides a comprehensive overview of the history of the field and insights into the experiences of individuals with learning disabilities throughout history."

- Dr. James Patton, Professor of Special Education, Vanderbilt University

"This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of learning disabilities. It is a well-written and comprehensive overview of the field that provides insights into the experiences of individuals with learning disabilities throughout history."

- Dr. Mary Jane Brotherson, Professor of Special Education, University of California, Los Angeles

From Idiocy to Mental Deficiency: Historical Perspectives on People with Learning Disabilities (Routledge Studies in the Social History of Medicine)

by David Wright

4.7 out of 5