Research Article

When Believers Encounter Early Intervention

Volume: 4 Number: 2 June 1, 2012
  • Sharon Carnahan
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When Believers Encounter Early Intervention

Abstract

This paper explores a point of contact between religion, spirituality, and the care of very young children with disabilities: the assessment interview and team meeting. One case study is presented, and interpreted in a contrast between biomedical and interactional models of disability (Smart & Smart, 2006). Issues are addressed in the larger context of the relationship between religious values and early intervention, and implications for training of interventionists.

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Primary Language

English

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Journal Section

Research Article

Authors

Sharon Carnahan This is me

Publication Date

June 1, 2012

Submission Date

May 6, 2014

Acceptance Date

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Published in Issue

Year 2012 Volume: 4 Number: 2

APA
Carnahan, S. (2012). When Believers Encounter Early Intervention. International Journal of Early Childhood Special Education, 4(2), 64-73. https://doi.org/10.20489/intjecse.107940