Multiple disabilities: basic concepts and quality control of programs by Dr. Musaad bin Othman Al-Ayed

The basic concepts of multiple disabilities and quality assurance of programs Dr. Musaad bin Othman Al-Ayed Disability, with the psychological and social crises it causes within the family environment or when comparing the individual to their peers, is a cause of challenges. Many and varied questions revolve around the capabilities of individuals with special needs and their ability to perform the tasks required of them as members of society. With the development of special education, some of them are no longer entirely dependent on those around them, but can perform many vital roles if trained and qualified appropriately. A child with special needs is defined as "the child whose performance deviates noticeably from what is considered normal, whether in terms of mental, sensory, emotional, or social aspects, such deviation necessitates a type of educational services different from those provided to the normal child. The child with special needs requires special education and specific educational services." Some individuals have more than one disability, and they are called multiply disabled. The group of multiply disabled individuals needs studies of a special kind that are distinguished from and differ from studies related to a single type of disability. There are differences in research areas concerning their needs, programs, and methods and strategies for dealing with them. This field has not received enough attention in previous studies and requires further in-depth research to understand their characteristics, identify their most important needs, and learn how to deal with them. This book, with its various chapters, provides comprehensive information derived from scientific research results and previous studies about the nature of multiple disabilities, the needs of multiply disabled individuals, and improving the services provided to this group. The aim is to help bridge gaps and raise awareness, clarify their physical, educational, social, and emotional needs, and provide information to assist specialists in special education centers and families of individuals with multiple disabilities. It also aims to guide how to deal with, raise, and care for them through programs specifically designed for this group.