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Zusatztext The Oxford Handbook of Positive Psychology and Disability, edited by Michael Wehmeyer, provides an in-depth exploration of research on people with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. [... T]his collection of original research benefits from the credibility of authorities in the fields of disability and positive psychology. [...] The Oxford Handbook of Positive Psychology and Disability is a valuable addition to the library of any professional or student interested in increasing overall cultural competence in working with individuals with disabilities. It challenges professionals to embrace their responsibility to advocate for and with people with disabilities in recognition that basic provision of rights is meaningless if individuals cannot access the freedoms and opportunities that these rights are intended to afford." -Kara Ayers & Stephanie Weber, PsycCRITIQUES Informationen zum Autor Michael L. Wehmeyer, Ph.D., is Professor in the Department of Special Education, University of Kansas; Director of the Kansas University Center on Developmental Disabilities; and Senior Scientist at the Beach Center on Disability, University of Kansas. His research and intervention efforts focus on promoting the self-determination of children, youth, and adults with and without disabilities. Klappentext This handbook is the first comprehensive text on positive psychology and disability. Emphasizing paradigmatic changes in understanding disability, the text covers traditional disciplines in positive psychology as well as applications of positive psychology to domains such as education and work, and provides information on positive psychology across disability categories. Zusammenfassung This handbook is the first comprehensive text on positive psychology and disability. Emphasizing paradigmatic changes in understanding disability, the text covers traditional disciplines in positive psychology as well as applications of positive psychology to domains such as education and work, and provides information on positive psychology across disability categories. Inhaltsverzeichnis Part One: Overarching Themes in Positive Psychology and Disability 1. Beyond Pathology: Positive Psychology and Disability Michael L. Wehmeyer 2. Understanding Disability: A Strengths-Based Approach Wil H. E. Buntinx 3. Positive Psychology and Disability: A Historical Analysis Karrie A. Shogren Part Two: Application of Positive Psychological Constructs to Disability 4. The Impact of the Quality of Life Concept on the Field of Intellectual Disability Robert L. Schalock and Miguel Angel Verdugo Alonso 5. Optimism within the Context of Disability Kevin Rand and Amanda M. Shea 6. Social Well-Being and Friendship of People with Intellectual Disability Joanne Kersh, Laura Corona, and Gary Siperstein 7. Exercise, Leisure, and Well-Being for People with Disabilities Jennifer Rowland 8. Coping and Disability Lillian R. Reuman, Chelsea Mitamura, and Michele M. Tugard 9. Adaptive Behavior Marc J. Tassé 10. Self-Determination Michael L. Wehmeyer and Todd D. Little 11. Self-Determined Learning Dennis Mithaug 12. Understanding Hope in Individuals with Disabilities Cindy Pressgrove Buchanon and Shane Lopez 13. Family Perspectives on Child Intellectual Disability: Views from the Sunny Side of the Street Jan Blacher, Bruce Baker, and Lauren D. Berkovitz 14. Resilience and Disability: Concepts, Examples, Cautions, and Prospects Christopher Murray and Bonnie Doren 15. Problem Solving and Decision Making Linda Hickson and Ishita Khemka 16. Forgiveness, Gratitude, and Spirituality William Gaventa 17. Career Development and Career Thoughts Salvatore Soresi, Laura Nota, Lea Ferarri, and Teresa Maria Sgaramella 18. Self-Regulation Dale H. Schunk and William D. Bursuck 19. Disabilit...
