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The needs of the intellectually handicapped.

R T Bush

    The New Zealand Medical Journal
    |September 28, 1977
    PubMed
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    New Zealand supports 10,000 intellectually handicapped individuals, most capable of semi-independent community living with proper support services. A minority require specialized institutional care, emphasizing the need for community-based action.

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    Area of Science:

    • Social Sciences
    • Public Health
    • Disability Studies

    Background:

    • Approximately 10,000 intellectually handicapped individuals reside in New Zealand.
    • The majority are healthy, mobile adults with rights akin to other citizens.
    • Current provisions require significant development to meet diverse needs.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To assess the current state of services for intellectually handicapped people in New Zealand.
    • To advocate for community-based support systems.
    • To inform policy and action regarding intellectual disability services.

    Main Methods:

    • Qualitative assessment of existing services and needs.
    • Analysis of the potential for community integration.
    • Review of requirements for specialized care.

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    Main Results:

    • Most intellectually handicapped individuals can achieve semi-independent living with adequate community support.
    • A smaller group requires specialized, community-located institutional care.
    • There is a clear need for enhanced, action-oriented service development.

    Conclusions:

    • Effective community-based support services are crucial for the semi-independent living of most intellectually handicapped individuals.
    • Small, community-integrated institutions are appropriate for those with complex needs.
    • Urgent, practical action is required to improve provisions for intellectually handicapped citizens.