9781422288245

Contents

Introduction 7 1. Defining Special Needs 11 2. A History of Discrimination: Why We Need Laws to Protect Those with Special Needs 29 3. The Law Today: The Right to Appropriate Education 45 4. The Law Today: Access to Jobs and Public Places and Services 63 5. The Law Today: The Right to Appropriate Medical Care 87 6. Not in It Alone: Reaching Potential in a Changing World 103

Further Reading 119 For More Information 120 Series Glossary of Key Terms 122 Index 125 About the Author and the Consultants 127