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For individuals, families, and service coordinators People with IDD have the right to take reasonable risks. This principle was first named in 1972 by Robert Perske. Perske argued that overprotection has a cost. It can limit growth, self-esteem, and block the chance to learn from experience. Several practical approaches are outlined here.
Two critical transitions for all of us are first, the transition from preschool to school. Second, the transition from high school to adult life. They are equally critical for individuals with intellectual and developmental. This article is about how California regional centers can effectively support those transitions. Download that article here.