Early Intervention and Pediatrics: Current Status and Future DirectionsOhio State University, Columbus, Ohio Significant changes in pediatric practice, thought, and education have led to increased involvement of pediatricians with young handicapped children and their families. This article examines the conditions that have led to these changes with special emphasis on the training needed by pediatricians to effectively serve handicapped children. Three national training programs are discussed to illustrate efforts in this area. Future directions and future problems regarding the physician-educator relationship are also considered.
Journal of Early Intervention, Vol. 2, No. 1,
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