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Solution-focused brief therapy with persons with intellectual disabilities
- Authors:
- ROEDEN John M., et al
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Policy and Practice in Intellectual Disabilities, 6(4), December 2009, pp.253-259.
- Publisher:
- Wiley
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) is a short-term, goal-focused, and client-directed therapeutic approach that helps the client to generate solutions rather than dwell on problems. SFBT has rarely been used with clients with intellectual disabilities (ID). The authors discuss how this relatively new form of therapy in an adapted form can be made suitable for clients with ID. The assumptions of this therapeutic approach, the types of problems and settings addressed by SFBT and a description of the interventions used are considered. Indications and contraindications for SFBT and empirical data on the effectiveness of the therapy are discussed with regard to clients with or without ID. Tailoring SFBT to clients with ID can be done by using simple language, modified interventions and inserting other adaptations into the therapy process. Research is needed to demonstrate whether SFBT if effective with this target group can and to what extent it is valued by clients and their carers.
Working with people with learning disabilities: theory and practice
- Authors:
- THOMAS David, WOODS Honor
- Publisher:
- Jessica Kingsley
- Publication year:
- 2003
- Pagination:
- 288p.,bibliog.
- Place of publication:
- London
The authors of this guide bring together the relevant theory for social workers, nurses, teachers and others working with people with learning disabilities. They provide the theoretical understanding needed to inform good practice and help to improve the quality of life of the person with a learning disability. They discuss both psychological and practical theories, including: cognitive and behavioural approaches; systems approach; task centred approach; and role theory. Emphasising empowerment and inclusion of those with learning disabilities, they relate theory to issues such as loss and bereavement, sexuality and stigma. They also give a guide for practitioners on social policy and legislation and advise on crisis intervention, advocacy and joint agency work.