First published in 1979, this book concerns itself primarily with the mothers of mentally handicapped children. This study is based on research that was conducted for and funded by the Department of Health and Social Security between 1973 and 1976.

Preface; Chapter 1 Policies for the Mentally Handicapped: Past, Present and Future; Chapter 2 The Family and the Handicapped Person; Chapter 3 Aims and Methods; Chapter 4 The Children and Their Families; Chapter 5 The Daily Routine; Chapter 6 Who Helps?; Chapter 7 The Services; Chapter 8 Felt Needs; Chapter 9 Conclusions;