《Chinese Journal of Rehabilitation Theory and Practice》

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Framework, Measurement, and Social Support of Intellectual Disability Based on ICF

QIU Zhuo-ying1,2,3, LI Xin4, LIU Feng-bo4, LI Yu-qiu3   

  1. 1. Research Institute of Rehabilitation Information, China Rehabilitation Research Centre, Beijing 100068, China; 2.WHO Collabrating Center for China, Family of International Classifications, Beijing 100068, China; 3. Department of Psychology, College of Education, Beijing Normal University, Zhuhai, Zhuhai, Guangdong 519087, China; 4. Chinese Laboratory of Measurement, Classification, Rehabilitation and Sport for People with Intellectual Disability, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, Henan 450001, China
  • Published:2016-04-25 Online:2016-06-01

Abstract: Objective To explore the definition, structure, terminology, framework, and models of social support and services, and measurement of  intellectual disability based ICF approach. Methods The ICF approach and definition and approach proposed by American Association on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (AAIDD) were adopted. Results The characteristics of intellectual disability are significant limitations in both intellectual functioning and adaptive behavior as expressed in conceptual, social, and practical adaptive skills, and onset before 18 years old. The framework, domains and contents of services and support for intelligence disability were proposed, as well as the updated measurement of intelligence disability based on new framework and definition. Conclusion The new framework of intelligence disability, system of service and support, and measurement are in accordance with the bio-psycho-social model of disability of ICF. The new paradigm will provide framework and tool of measurement, rehabilitation, education, and social services for people with intelligence disability.

Key words: International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health, intellectual disability, measure, social support