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Within the context of
interdisciplinary collaboration, cultural
competence and family centered perspectives, and
using the integrated mechanisms of research,
training, service, and advocacy, the mission of
the Mailman Center for Child Development is to:
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Address
the current diverse needs of individuals with
neurodevelopmental disabilities and children with special
health care needs.
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Develop new models of care that
improve support, independence, security, and long-term
functioning for individuals with neurodevelopmental disabilities
and children with special health care needs.
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Identify genetic, biologic,
environmental, and interpersonal risks that contribute to
neurodevelopmental disabilities and investigate ways to minimize
or prevent disabilities associated with these factors.
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Integrate emerging knowledge
and technology to prevent or provide primary intervention to
lessen the impact of conditions or illnesses that lead to
neurodevelopmental disabilities.
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Educate professionals,
families, and the community about neurodevelopmental
disabilities, mechanisms for prevention, and supports and
services available.
The Mailman Center serves as an equal partner
with academic programs, community agencies, and individuals with
disabilities and their families. The mission is accomplished through
training,
service,
technical assistance,
dissemination,
research, and
evaluation. An emphasis is placed on
interdisciplinary
and interagency collaboration, systems change, and leadership.
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