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Author:

RAZZA Nancy J.; TOMASULO Daniel T.; SOBSEY Dick;

Title:

Group psychotherapy for trauma-related disorders in people with intellectual disabilities

Reference:

Advances in Mental Health and Intellectual Disabilities, 5(5), 2011, pp.40-45.

ISSN paper:

2044-1282

ISSN online:

2044-1290

Abstract:

This paper has three aims: to summarise data on rates of sexual abuse and interpersonal trauma in people with intellectual disability (ID); to demonstrate the relationship between such trauma and psychological distress; and to describe a new treatment technique for exposed individuals. The authors begin with a review of the literature on rates of abuse and trauma among people with ID, paying particular attention to the role of developmental level in both the experience and impact of trauma. They then draw on this information to present a theoretical framework for psychotherapeutic intervention. The ID population has higher-than-average rates of trauma and interpersonal violence, has less capacity to cope with such trauma and generally has lower-than-average access to treatment. Emerging research suggests that people with dual diagnoses who have experienced trauma can benefit from psychotherapy that draws on established treatment models with modifications to address cognitive limitations. Interactive behavioural therapy is described as one possible model.

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Format:

article;

Topics:

behaviour therapy; group therapy; learning disabilities; sexual abuse; traumas;

Content Type:

practice;

Record ID:

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