Investigating The Victimization Of Persons With Mental...

Abstract This paper explores two published articles that investigate the victimization of persons with Mental Retardation (MR). Specifically, this paper examined the differences between MR and mental illness, the risk of victimization and the nature of victimization for persons with MR, factors contributing to the risk of victimization for persons with MR, and perpetrators of victimization against persons with MR. Studies have found several influences contributing to the risk of victimization for persons with MR including victim-related factors, relationship factors and environmental factors. Together, these findings suggest that persons with MR are at a higher risk of being victimized. The Effects of Victimization on Persons with Mental Retardation Mental Retardation (MR) is a developmental disability along with autism, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, and learning disabilities (Petersilia, 2001). Specifically, MR is defined as significant limitations in intellectual functioning and adaptive skills in two or more areas: self-care, social skills, home living and other fundamental issues for life functioning (Nettlebeck Wilson, 2002; Petersilia, 2001). Such limitations should originate before age 18 and are commonly presented at birth. An IQ level below 70 is also used as a criterion for measuring intellectual functioning in individuals with MR (Nettlebeck Wilson, 2002; Petersilia, 2001). Distinctions exist between MR and mental illness. For example, aShow MoreRelatedStatement of Purpose23848 Words   |  96 Pagescontent items suggests, organize your paragraphs chronologically and trace the development of your interest in an academic field or subject area, thus developi ng cohesiveness within and between paragraphs and identifying yourself as a goal-oriented person. In other words, discuss your academic, internship, research, and work experiences so they reveal a pattern of thinking and intellectual growth or development. ï‚ · Ohio Wesleyan University Writing Center  © 2011 Page 4 ï‚ · Pay attention