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An abuse of power
- Author:
- BROWN Hilary
- Journal article citation:
- Community Care, 29.10.92, 1992, pp.15-17.
- Publisher:
- Reed Business Information
A study by the author reveals the extent of abuse of adults with learning difficulties. Considers how staff should be guided in dealing with it.
Social workers and psychologists as facilitators of groupwork with adults with a learning difficulty: a survey of current practice
- Authors:
- SCHONFELD Heino, MORRISSEY Mary C.
- Journal article citation:
- Groupwork, 5(3), 1992, pp.41-61.
- Publisher:
- Whiting and Birch
A survey was conducted to examine trends in groupwork as a method of enhancing social skills for people with a learning difficulty. Psychologists and social workers working with adults with a learning difficulty in the Republic of Ireland were surveyed by questionnaire. Outlines the method used to do the survey and at the end of the article is a copy of the questionnaire. From the results common patterns and general trends emerged which distinguishes this area of groupwork from other more traditional areas of application groupwork. It was concluded that groupwork was an effective method to use with adults with a learning difficulty. It was felt that the results could provide a basis for more exchange between professionals and further research was suggested to address training needs of professionals in the field.
This year, next year, sometime ...: learning disability and adulthood
- Authors:
- FLYNN Margaret, HIRST Michael
- Publisher:
- University of York. Social Policy Research Unit/National Development Team
- Publication year:
- 1992
- Pagination:
- 85p.,tables,bibliog.
- Place of publication:
- York
Report presenting the findings of a survey of 79 teenagers and young adults with learning disabilities. Includes information about their friends, social lives, personal autonomy, and support, including contact with social workers. Also looks at their aspirations in respect of working, living arrangements and personal relationships.