Prior to the 1930s, Support for Children with Severe Disabilities

question 41

Multiple Choice

Prior to the 1930s, support for children with severe disabilities was

• A) integrated with the regular preschool programs.
• B) provided in parents' homes.
• C) largely medical in nature and provided on an outpatient basis.
• D) provided in large, state-run hospital-like institutions.

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Definitions:

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