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Family Interaction and Learning Disabilities

Martin J. Amerikaner is associate professor in the department of educational psychology, University of Houston. He received his PhD in psychology from the University of Florida.

Michael M. Omizo, PhD

Michael M. Omizo is associate professor in the department of educational psychology. University of Houston. He received his PhD in educational psychology and measurement from the University of Southern California. Address: Martin J. Amerikaner, University of Houston, Central Campus, College of Education, Educational Psychology Department, Houston, TX 77004.

This study explored the relationship of family systems theory to understanding the problems associated with learning disabilities in school children. Hypotheses were developed relating family interaction to classification of children as learning disabled (LD), emotionally disturbed (ED) and normal (N). The parents of 90 children (n = 30 LD, 30 ED, 30 N) completed The Family Adaptability and Cohesion Evaluation Scales (FACES). Results provided partial support for the hypotheses, and were discussed in terms of: (1) implications for assessing and intervening in problems identified as learning disabilities, and (2) methods for practitioners to assist this population.

Journal of Learning Disabilities, Vol. 17, No. 9, 540-543 (1984)
DOI: 10.1177/002221948401700907


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