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In plain sight but still invisible: a structured case analysis of people with mild intellectual disability or borderline intellectual functioning
- Authors:
- NOUWENS Peter J. G., et al
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Intellectual and Developmental Disability, 42(1), 2017, pp.36-44.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
Background: There has been substantial increase in the number of people with mild intellectual disability (MID) or borderline intellectual functioning referred to long-term care. Insight into the specific characteristics and needs of these people is essential to provide appropriate support and gain insight into the increase in referrals. Method: This retrospective descriptive study was based on a structured case analysis of a sample of 250 participants. Results: Mental health problems and exposure to social and familial disadvantages were common. Care provided before referral tended to be suboptimal. Individuals with borderline intellectual functioning had more personal and contextual problems than people with MID. Conclusion: People with MID or borderline intellectual functioning are confronted with a wide range of complex problems; even after years of professional support they may still need intensive support. Differences in the characteristics and contexts between individuals with MID or borderline intellectual functioning require further exploration. (Publisher abstract)
Exploring environmental restrictions on everyday life participation of children with developmental disability
- Authors:
- CHIEN Chi-Wen, et al
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Intellectual and Developmental Disability, 42(1), 2017, pp.61-73.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
Background: Environments are important to children’s participation, but little is known about which environmental factors restrict their participation, particularly in children with moderate to severe developmental disability. Method: Parents of 64 children attending special schools completed the Environmental Restriction Questionnaire (ERQ). Two researchers classified the item contents of the ERQ using the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health – Children and Youth (ICF-CY) to provide uniform interpretation. Results: At home, the environmental restrictions related to Products and technology within the ICF-CY. The environmental restrictions in the community involved 3 areas: Products and technology, Support and relationships, and Services, systems, and policies. The environmental restrictions on children’s educational participation originated from Support and relationships and Attitudes of the parents. Conclusions: The findings offer insights into the critical environmental restrictions on the participation of children with developmental disability. Resources and support that target modifiable environmental factors may help to promote children’s participation. (Publisher abstract)
How social care staff can support people with learning disabilities when they are admitted to hospital
- Author:
- PUBLIC HEALTH ENGLAND
- Publisher:
- Public Health England
- Publication year:
- 2017
- Pagination:
- 3
- Place of publication:
- London
This factsheet provides information on the role social care staff can play in supporting people with learning disabilities when they are admitted to hospital. It is the ninth in a series of factsheets which show how social care staff can support the health needs of people with learning disabilities. The leaflet also includes a link to a supporting slide set that can be used by social care staff as a training resource. (Edited publisher abstract)
How social care staff can support palliative and end of life care for people with learning disabilities
- Author:
- PUBLIC HEALTH ENGLAND
- Publisher:
- Public Health England
- Publication year:
- 2017
- Pagination:
- 4
- Place of publication:
- London
This factsheet provides information on how social care staff can support palliative and end of life care for people with learning disabilities. It focuses on what staff can do to improve the experience of people they support when they are coming to the end of their lives in relation to the six ambitions of the Ambitions for palliative and end of life care framework. It is the 12th in a series of factsheets which show how social care staff can support the health needs of people with learning disabilities. The leaflet also includes a link to a supporting slide set that can be used by social care staff as a training resource. (Edited publisher abstract)
How social care staff can use reasonable adjustments to support the health of people with learning disabilities
- Author:
- PUBLIC HEALTH ENGLAND
- Publisher:
- Public Health England
- Publication year:
- 2017
- Pagination:
- 4
- Place of publication:
- London
This factsheet provides information how social care staff can use reasonable adjustments - changes the law says people or services must make so disabled people can use services as easily as everybody else - to support the health of people with learning disabilities. It is the second in a series of factsheets which show how social care staff can support the health needs of people with learning disabilities. The leaflet also includes a link to a supporting slide set that can be used by social care staff as a training resource. (Edited publisher abstract)
How social care staff can help someone with learning disabilities prepare for an annual health check
- Author:
- PUBLIC HEALTH ENGLAND
- Publisher:
- Public Health England
- Publication year:
- 2017
- Pagination:
- 3
- Place of publication:
- London
This factsheet provides information for social care staff on how they can help someone with learning disabilities prepare for an annual health check. It is the third in a series of factsheets which show how social care staff can support the health needs of people with learning disabilities. The leaflet also includes a link to a supporting slide set that can be used by social care staff as a training resource. (Edited publisher abstract)
What social care staff need to know about the Mental Capacity Act
- Author:
- PUBLIC HEALTH ENGLAND
- Publisher:
- Public Health England
- Publication year:
- 2017
- Pagination:
- 4
- Place of publication:
- London
This factsheet provides information for social care staff on what they need to know about the Mental Capacity Act to support the health needs of people with learning disabilities. It is the fourth in a series of factsheets which show how social care staff can support the health needs of people with learning disabilities. The leaflet also includes a link to a supporting slide set that can be used by social care staff as a training resource. (Edited publisher abstract)
Doing social care differently
- Author:
- DIMENSIONS
- Publisher:
- Dimensions
- Publication year:
- 2017
- Pagination:
- 7
- Place of publication:
- Reading
Experts by experience and key policy figures talk to care providers Dimensions about what needs to change to tackle some of the most pressing issues facing UK social care, with a particular focus on learning disability. Issues discussed include the future of Transforming Care, funding for social care, tackling learning disability and autism hate crime, the politics of funding and the implications for people receiving support; life expectancy and the health of people with learning disabilities and autism, and collaborative commissioning as a way forward. (Edited publisher abstract)
'Angry, when things don’t go my own way': what it means to be gay with learning disabilities
- Author:
- RICHARDS Michael
- Journal article citation:
- Disability and Society, 32(8), 2017, pp.1165-1179.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
This article presents six poems constructed by George, a gay man with learning disabilities, who took part in an arts-based project for men with learning disabilities. The poetry reflects upon George’s feelings relating to his sexual desires, his longing for a loving relationship and his frustration and anger at not having control over his life. Like other people who are gay with learning disabilities, George regularly encountered stigma because of his disability and Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer status, limiting the development of meaningful relationships, and increasing the resentment and anger George felt about life. Thus, barriers remain for people with learning disabilities who are gay. With this in mind, the aim of presenting the poems in this article is to develop further understandings of what it means to be a gay person with learning disabilities using poetry in an arts-based project. (Publisher abstract)
Community involvement of young adults with intellectual disabilities: their experiences and perspectives on inclusion
- Author:
- HALL Sarah A.
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 30(5), 2017, pp.859-871.
- Publisher:
- Wiley
Background: Inclusion in the community is essential to enhancing a person's quality of life. Although people with intellectual disabilities have a desire to be more involved in activities, they experience barriers that limit their inclusion. Methods: The purpose of this study was to describe the community involvement of young adults with intellectual disability. The author interviewed fourteen young adults with intellectual disability to explore their involvement in work, recreation and leisure activities. Findings: Four themes emerged from the data: vocational endeavours, leisure pursuits, social inclusion and supports. The contexts of their experiences either facilitated or hindered their community involvement. Conclusions: The community involvement of young adults with intellectual disability varies depending on the opportunities and supports available to them. Their inclusion in the community may be enhanced by additional transportation options, continuing education in vocational and social skills, personalised guidance from group members and environments that are welcoming to people with disabilities. (Edited publisher abstract)