A rationale for the establishment of human rights review procedures within local educational agencies is presented. School personnel who work with students served under P.L. 94–142 who have severe behavior problems with or without mental retardation should be familiar with the legal and educational foundations for human rights review processes, especially when intrusive behavioral treatments are considered.
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