Framework, Measurement, and Social Support of Intellectual Disability Based on ICF / 中国康复理论与实践

ABSTRACT

Objective To explore the definition, structure, terminology, framework, and models of social support and services, and mea-surement of intellectual disability based ICF approach. Methods The ICF approach and definition and approach proposed by American Asso-ciation on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (AAIDD) were adopted. Results The characteristics of intellectual disability are sig-nificant 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 intel-ligence 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 intelli-gence disability.