Journal of Intellectual and Developmental Disability, 25(2), June 2000, pp.135-146.
Publisher:
Taylor and Francis
Alcohol is the most commonly used psychoactive substance in the general population, and alcohol use disorder is among the most common forms of mental illness. There are a number of additional issues concerning problematic alcohol use that are of particular significance to those with an intellectual disability. This paper presents an outline of the interventions that may be appropriate for an adult with an alcohol use disorder and an intellectual disability. Future research is needed to evaluate the efficacy of interventions with this client group.
Alcohol is the most commonly used psychoactive substance in the general population, and alcohol use disorder is among the most common forms of mental illness. There are a number of additional issues concerning problematic alcohol use that are of particular significance to those with an intellectual disability. This paper presents an outline of the interventions that may be appropriate for an adult with an alcohol use disorder and an intellectual disability. Future research is needed to evaluate the efficacy of interventions with this client group.
Subject terms:
intervention, learning disabilities, literature reviews, treatment, therapy and treatment, alcohol misuse;
Advances in Mental Health and Learning Disabilities, 2(1), March 2008, pp.11-21.
Publisher:
Emerald
This paper offers readers a review of the literature on alcohol and illicit drug misuse in people with learning disabilities, focusing on six key areas. First, clarity is provided on the definition of ‘misuse’. Second, prevalence rates are examined along with the methodological difficulties involved in such studies, the authors arguing that prevalence rates are higher than current estimates. Third, the authors explore the relationship between the intra- and inter-personal risk factors. Fourth, the nature of substance misuse is explored, with a focus on offending behaviour. Fifth, a range of treatment modalities are described with a series of recommendations for more robust evidence-based interventions. Last, the authors explore the gaps in policy that lead to a dearth in service provision as well the barriers which people with learning disabilities face on entering treatment services. The paper cites four more innovative projects that address this population’s needs in England, and illustrates how Northern Ireland has positioned the needs of this hidden population within the Department of Health, Social Services and Public Safety (Northern Ireland).
This paper offers readers a review of the literature on alcohol and illicit drug misuse in people with learning disabilities, focusing on six key areas. First, clarity is provided on the definition of ‘misuse’. Second, prevalence rates are examined along with the methodological difficulties involved in such studies, the authors arguing that prevalence rates are higher than current estimates. Third, the authors explore the relationship between the intra- and inter-personal risk factors. Fourth, the nature of substance misuse is explored, with a focus on offending behaviour. Fifth, a range of treatment modalities are described with a series of recommendations for more robust evidence-based interventions. Last, the authors explore the gaps in policy that lead to a dearth in service provision as well the barriers which people with learning disabilities face on entering treatment services. The paper cites four more innovative projects that address this population’s needs in England, and illustrates how Northern Ireland has positioned the needs of this hidden population within the Department of Health, Social Services and Public Safety (Northern Ireland).
Subject terms:
learning disabilities, literature reviews, risk, service development, substance misuse, treatment, therapy and treatment, access to services, alcohol misuse, drug misuse;
The development of “child aware” practice is about the capacity and capability of adult health and social service providers to identify and respond to the needs of children. A scoping review of the literature considered five adult adversities associated with family stress and reduced parenting capacity: mental illness, alcohol and substance abuse, homelessness, intellectual disability, and domestic violence. Although there are specific needs for children pertaining to particular adversities, there was substantial commonality of potential effects. These included emotional and psychological difficulties, physical and mental health problems, academic difficulties, language delays, peer difficulties, stigma, trauma reactions, loss and grief, instability, and social exclusion. How children react to difficulties in their family depends upon various protective factors, a child's frame of reference, and other dynamics within the family that can offset risks. The findings aim to inform policy, programme development, and practice in adult social services, enhancing their responsiveness to children.
(Publisher abstract)
The development of “child aware” practice is about the capacity and capability of adult health and social service providers to identify and respond to the needs of children. A scoping review of the literature considered five adult adversities associated with family stress and reduced parenting capacity: mental illness, alcohol and substance abuse, homelessness, intellectual disability, and domestic violence. Although there are specific needs for children pertaining to particular adversities, there was substantial commonality of potential effects. These included emotional and psychological difficulties, physical and mental health problems, academic difficulties, language delays, peer difficulties, stigma, trauma reactions, loss and grief, instability, and social exclusion. How children react to difficulties in their family depends upon various protective factors, a child's frame of reference, and other dynamics within the family that can offset risks. The findings aim to inform policy, programme development, and practice in adult social services, enhancing their responsiveness to children.
(Publisher abstract)
Subject terms:
literature reviews, social services, adult social care, children, needs, families, parenting, mental health problems, substance misuse, alcohol misuse, homelessness, domestic violence, learning disabilities;
Loughborough University. Centre for Child and Family Research
Publication year:
2002
Pagination:
4p.
Place of publication:
Loughborough
Summarises the main findings of a literature review on social and therapeutic horticulture with vulnerable client groups. More than 300 articles were examined in detail from over 1,000 available titles. Client groups studied included those recovering from major illness or injury, people with physical disabilities, people with learning difficulties and mental health problems, older people, offenders and those who misuse drugs or alcohol. Highlights the reported benefits.
Summarises the main findings of a literature review on social and therapeutic horticulture with vulnerable client groups. More than 300 articles were examined in detail from over 1,000 available titles. Client groups studied included those recovering from major illness or injury, people with physical disabilities, people with learning difficulties and mental health problems, older people, offenders and those who misuse drugs or alcohol. Highlights the reported benefits.
Subject terms:
learning disabilities, literature reviews, mental health problems, older people, physical disabilities, self-esteem, therapeutic horticulture, therapies, therapy and treatment, alcohol misuse, drug misuse, gardening;
An introduction to HIV_AIDS for social workers, and guidelines for counselling those affected. Includes the Kensington and Chelsea SSD guidelines for care of people with AIDS.
An introduction to HIV_AIDS for social workers, and guidelines for counselling those affected. Includes the Kensington and Chelsea SSD guidelines for care of people with AIDS.
Subject terms:
HIV AIDS, home care, law, learning disabilities, literature reviews, local authorities, occupational therapy, offenders, partners, pre-school children, prevention, residential care, social services, single parent families, social work methods, social workers, staff, terminal illness, training, visual impairment, voluntary organisations, women, young people, adoption, alcohol misuse, babies, child abuse, children, confidentiality, counselling, day services, deafness, death, drug misuse, discrimination, education, families, employment, ethics, foster care;