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Towards the prevention of behavioural and psychiatric disorders in people with intellectual disabilities
- Authors:
- ALLEN David, et al
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 26(6), 2013, pp.501-514.
- Publisher:
- Wiley
Intervention for behavioural and psychiatric disorders in people with intellectual disabilities often only takes place once these conditions are well established and more resistant to change. As an alternative, this paper promotes a public health prevention model and maps out opportunities for intervention at primary, secondary and tertiary levels. The resulting model is partly derived from generic research into these issues and partly on specific evidence on interventions for people with intellectual disabilities; it also contains more theoretical considerations. The additional research that is necessary to demonstrate the efficacy of the interventions identified is also considered. Central to this proposal is a greater integration of issues for people with intellectual disabilities within much broader policy and research agendas. (Publisher abstract)
Framework for reducing restrictive practices
- Author:
- PALEY-WAKEFIELD Sharon
- Publisher:
- British Institute of Learning Disabilities
- Publication year:
- 2013
- Place of publication:
- Birmingham
This practical book provides a framework for organisations to identify and review what is happening in their services and then to actively reduce their reliance on restrictive practices at an individual and systemic level. Its purpose is to promote the development of ‘restraint free’ environments for vulnerable people, as advocated by BILD. The approaches suggested will lead to improvement within services, a reduction in the use of restrictive practices, as well as a better quality of life for people with intellectual disabilities with additional complex behaviour and/or mental health needs. The book includes an introduction to the framework and a toolkit element that puts the ideas and principles presented into practice. (Edited publisher abstract)
Developmental problems of childhood and adolescence: prevention, treatment and training
- Author:
- HERBERT Martin
- Publisher:
- BPS Blackwell
- Publication year:
- 2005
- Pagination:
- 322p., bibliog.
- Place of publication:
- Malden, MA
This book provides a practical guide to, and critical review of, community and individual professional interventions that could ease the lives of children with developmental disorders and mental health problems. The book is structured around the developmental stages and tasks in a child's life span, from conception to teenage years. It covers inherited disorders, intrauterine problems, neonatal and perinatal problems, early childhood attachment and physical disorders, disabilities at school, and problems associated with socialisation. It also discusses problems that affect children at all ages, such as learning disabilities and abuse, and various psychological and psychiatric disorders. A constant theme of the book is the role of parents, the family, and the community, in interventions.
Learning disabilities: identifying and managing mental health problems: QS142
- Author:
- NATIONAL INSTITUTE FOR HEALTH AND CARE EXCELLENCE
- Publisher:
- National Institute for Health and Care Excellence
- Publication year:
- 2017
- Place of publication:
- London
NICE quality standard covering the prevention, assessment and management of mental health problems in people with learning disabilities in all settings, including health, social care, education, and forensic and criminal justice. The standard describes what high-quality care looks like in five priority areas. The five quality statements for people with learning disabilities and mental health problems are: for annual health checks to include a review of mental health problems; that mental health assessments are carried out by a professional with expertise in mental health problems; that people with learning disabilities and a serious mental illness have a key worker to coordinate their care; that any psychological interventions are tailored to the preferences of people with learning disabilities and mental health problems; and annually documenting the reasons for continuing antipsychotic drugs. Each quality statement includes the rationale for the statement and suggestions for quality measures that can be used to monitor performance to the standard. (Edited publisher abstract)
Prevention: wrestling with new economic realities
- Author:
- KNAPP Martin
- Journal article citation:
- Tizard Learning Disability Review, 18(4), 2013, pp.186-191.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
Purpose : The purpose of this paper is to discuss the economic pressures on long-term care systems, and describe how an economic case might be made for better care, support and preventive strategies. Design/methodology/approach: Discussion of recent developments and research responses, with illustrations from previous studies. Findings: Economics evidence is highly relevant to decision makers in health, social care, and related systems. When resources are especially tight, economics evidence can sometimes persuade uncertain commissioners and others to adopt courses of action that improve the wellbeing of individuals, families, and communities. Originality/value: The paper uses long-established approaches in economic evaluation to discuss preventive and other strategies in today's challenging context. (Publisher abstract)
Helping vulnerable adults to keep safe
- Authors:
- COLLINS Mick, WALFORD Mel
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Adult Protection, 10(1), February 2008, pp.7-12.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
This article describes innovative work in Powys, mid Wales, where trainers are working with vulnerable adults to help them reduce the risk that they will be abused, or if the worst happens, where to turn for help. College staff have developed a course that runs to one afternoon a week for the academic year for people with learning disabilities. For people with mental health problems the approach had been workshop based, with a programme of six or eight workshops, run by skilled trainers. For older people a third approach has been developed because there are so many older people who need to hear about Keeping Safe. After piloting one-off workshops and presentations, the trainer has worked with staff and volunteers from a variety of agencies who already work with older people to train them as trainers working in pairs. Those who have received training will be delivering sessions in luncheon clubs, day services, care homes etc.
Child physical punishment, injury and abuse (part two)
- Authors:
- WATKINS Dianne, COUSINS Judy
- Journal article citation:
- Community Practitioner, 78(9), September 2005, pp.318-321.
- Publisher:
- Community Practitioners' and Health Visitors' Association
This article introduces the microtheoretical factors that contribute to child physical punishment and its relationship with child physical injuries and abuse. the focus is on parental and child influences, lifestyle factors and socialisation of parents. It will integrate macrotheroretical factors and microtheroretical factors into a framework for the prevention of child physical injury and abuse based on an ecological model.
The work of the PGO in protecting vulnerable people from financial abuse
- Authors:
- BURNS Sophie, BOWMAN John
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Adult Protection, 5(2), May 2003, pp.21-25.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
Explains the role remit and mechanisms available to the Public Guardianship Office in relation to the administration of the financial affairs of adults unable to manage their affairs. Also reports on research commissioned by the Public Guardianship Office which evaluated of 51 case files to identify the risks and explore the safeguards needed to prevent misappropriation of clients' funds.
Preventing mental disorder in young people
- Author:
- PANKHURST Louise
- Journal article citation:
- Family Policy, Autumn 2000, p.10.
Since one in ten children are suffering from some kind of mental disorder, the author argues that preventative work must begin at birth.
Mental Welfare Commission for Scotland annual report 1998-99
- Author:
- MENTAL WELFARE COMMISSION FOR SCOTLAND
- Publisher:
- Mental Welfare Commission for Scotland
- Publication year:
- 1999
- Pagination:
- 81p.,bibliog.
- Place of publication:
- Edinburgh
Annual report of the Mental Welfare Commission for Scotland. The Commission has a statutory duty, under the Mental Health (Scotland) Act 1984, to protect people with learning difficulties or mental health problems from abuse, poor care, and inappropriate detention.