{"product_id":"9781491789384","title":"The Challenged Population: Understanding Intellectually and Developmentally Challenged Individuals","description":"\u003cp\u003eMany members of the challenged population are in wheelchairs or use walkers. Some have mild mental retardation, cerebral palsy, autism, bipolar disorder, cognitive disabilities, spina bifida, dyslexia, a brain injury, or behavioral issues. \u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThey make up a significant portion of the population, but not enough people have tried to understand and help them. \u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eAbdul H. Gabisi, a caregiver who has worked with intellectually and developmentally challenged individuals for twelve years, looks back at the special and heartfelt moments he’s enjoyed serving them—celebrating their successes and incredible potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e   \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSome of them have gone from institutions to assisted homes, overcoming massive challenges to enjoy a higher quality of life. You’ll learn about their progress and how they’ve interacted with agencies, supporters, and the general population to achieve great things.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eYou’ll also learn how residential counselors play a critical role in helping challenged individuals succeed and the role the government must play to promote meaningful reform to help the challenged population.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eTake a step toward embracing and supporting challenged individuals with the insights in this important work.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"iUniverse, Incorporated","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47144884863216,"sku":"9781491789384","price":3.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9781491789384_p0.jpg?v=1763659732","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9781491789384","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}