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A Study to Evaluate the Effectiveness of Psycho-Education in Improving the Level of Adaptation among Mothers of Mentally Retarded Children with the Application of Health Belief Model in Selected Schools for Mentally Retarded at Nagpur (Maharashtra)

Vandana S. Thangavel , Vandana S. Thangavel

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International Journal of Practical Nursing 1(1):p 11-16, . | DOI:
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The present study has been designed to enhance the knowledge of mothers about mental deficiency and its management. As improving the knowledge of the mothers, help to have a more positive attitude towards the children who are mentally deficient. If the mothers are educated about the needs of mentally deficient child, they would be better equipped to manage their mentally deficient child and cope up with situation. They would also be sensitized towards exploring existing resources for help and guidance.[1] Study is conducted in Nagpur in Nandanban school for Mentally retarded Children. 

Keywords: Psychoeducation; Adaptation; Mental retardation; Health belief model.


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