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Lost voices part 1: a narrative case study of two young men with learning disabilities disclosing experiences of sexual, emotional and physical abuse
- Author:
- DIGMAN Carmel
- Journal article citation:
- British Journal of Learning Disabilities, 49(2), 2021, pp.195-204.
- Publisher:
- Wiley
Two young men disclosed emotional, sexual and physical abuse while attending college and living with Shared Lives carers in the UK. This paper provides a narrative account of the period when the two men were exposed to the abuse, the disclosures, the investigation and the legal and safeguarding investigation outcomes. A second paper describes the therapeutic response and outcomes for the men. A review of the literature on abuse and learning disabilities highlights the difficulties in conducting research in this area. Authors find significant barriers exist to disclosing abuse and to being believed. Prosecutions are rare despite evidence that abuse may be widespread towards people with learning disabilities. This paper considers the narrative experience of the two young men, the barriers they faced to being heard and believed and how their personal accounts were discounted and eventually lost to the investigation. Lessons for practice are considered for learning disability mental health and social care professionals, education, police and legal services. Further research suggestions are made. (Edited publisher abstract)
Lost voices part 2: modifying psychological therapies for two young men with complex learning disabilities following alleged sexual and physical abuse: a case study in trauma recovery
- Author:
- DIGMAN Carmel
- Journal article citation:
- British Journal of Learning Disabilities, 49(2), 2021, pp.205-216.
- Publisher:
- Wiley
Background: This is the second of two papers describing a case study of two young men with complex learning disabilities. They presented with severe trauma-related mental distress following alleged sexual, emotional and physical abuse. This paper concerns the psychological intervention and support provided for them and their families over a period of 2 years. There is a lack of research, guidance and evaluated therapeutic models for the assessment and treatment of people with complex learning and communication needs following abuse. Methods: In this case, therapeutic interventions were modified from systemic and narrative therapies and interpersonal psychotherapy. Creative techniques included acting, drawing and walks to develop a therapeutic relationship, to experience affect in a contained and safe way and to support the development of coherent narratives. Results: Recovery moved through stages of remembering and recounting, understanding and assimilating and improved mental well-being and coping strategies. Conclusions: Modified models of therapy proved effective and further research recommended. The personal strengths and family support of the men were critical in progressing recovery. (Edited publisher abstract)
Sexual exploitation and vulnerability
- Author:
- -
- Journal article citation:
- Community Care, 16.6.11, 2011, pp.26-27.
- Publisher:
- Reed Business Information
Professionals offer advice on a case involving a young woman with learning disabilities who may be the subject of sexual exploitation by a worker at the care home where she lives.
More than one victim: when people with learning disabilities make false allegations of sexual abuse
- Author:
- JONES Chris
- Journal article citation:
- Tizard Learning Disability Review, 12(1), January 2007, pp.28-35.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
Three recent cases of false allegations of sexual abuse are described and compared. Neither the needs of alleged perpetrators nor the people with learning disabilities are adequately addressed by current practices. Key issues for service development are discussed.
Treating chronic nightmares of sexual assault survivors with an intellectual disability - two descriptive case studies
- Authors:
- KROESE Biza Stenfert, THOMAS Gail
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 19(1), March 2006, pp.75-80.
- Publisher:
- Wiley
Imagery rehearsal therapy for people who suffer from recurring nightmares has been shown to be a successful intervention. Very little research has been conducted on post-traumatic nightmare sufferers with learning disabilities. This paper presents two case studies to illustrate the application of an adapted form of imagery rehearsal therapy to adults with learning disabilities. Both descriptive cases indicated that the intervention resulted in significant reductions in distress because of nightmares and provided some evidence that these positive results were generalized into waking life. As a short and simple method, imagery rehearsal therapy appears to be very suitable for people with learning disabilities.
Too little too late
- Author:
- -
- Journal article citation:
- Community Care, 10.11.05, 2005, pp.42-43.
- Publisher:
- Reed Business Information
A panel discuss the case of a woman with learning difficulties whose complaint about abuse by a care worker was ignored.
Supporting a person with learning disabilities for criminal injuries compensation
- Authors:
- MELLAN Bryan, MAULADAD Farrah
- Journal article citation:
- Tizard Learning Disability Review, 9(3), July 2004, pp.37-43.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
Despite growing awareness of people with learning disabilities and prospective legal improvements it is still uncommon for them to obtain justice for abuse. Recent legislation has been little used and has not provided effective protection, especially if abuse if perpetrated by another such person. This can leave the victim feeling, among other things, disempowered and silenced, which can be compounded if they are believed by professionals and others and still no justice is evident. Gives an account of supporting a man with learning disabilities, therapeutically and legally, to obtain recognition of his experience of sexual abuse by using the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority as an alternative to the criminal justice system.
The psychotherapeutic needs of people with learning difficulties who have been sexually abused
- Author:
- CORBETT Alan
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Adult Protection, 5(3), September 2003, pp.28-33.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
This article emphasises the importance of meeting the counselling and therapy needs of people with learning difficulties who have been sexually abused, citing a case study example of the themes, issues and benefits which this way of working can generate.
Longcare survivors: the biography of a care scandal
- Author:
- PRING John
- Publisher:
- Disability News Service
- Publication year:
- 2011
- Pagination:
- 486p.
- Place of publication:
- London
At the centre of this book is John Pring’s investigation into the horrific abuse of adults with learning difficulties that took place at two residential homes in south Buckinghamshire. The book begins with a history of care but then turns its attention to this specific case. In the autumn of 1994, a leaked council report revealed that scores of people with learning difficulties had been beaten, neglected, drugged and raped at the Longcare homes. The author studies the background of the person responsible before going on to describe the perpetration of many kinds of abuse on the residents. There are interviews with the victims of the abuse, many of whom are still suffering as a consequence of what happened at Longcare. The book looks at the failings of the care system, including how the GP continues to practice and the role of the local authority, and how this was allowed to happen over such a long period of time. The author goes on to discuss what has changed and what needs to change, especially within current legislation. The conclusion focuses on the abuse perpetrated by one man but, it is suggested, this man was only taking advantage of the inequality and hostility ingrained in society towards the “less fortunate”.