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Land of hope
- Author:
- HUNTER Mark
- Journal article citation:
- Learning Disability Today, October 2008, pp.17-19.
- Publisher:
- Pavilion
- Place of publication:
- Hove
Care farms are increasingly being used to open up opportunities for people with learning disabilities. The benefits of care farms are discussed, including employments skills, self-confidence and tackling social exclusion. An overview of the work of Pennyhooks farm is also provided.
Ideas in practice: talking to the animals
- Author:
- VALIOS Natalie
- Journal article citation:
- Community Care, 16.3.00, 2000, pp.30-31.
- Publisher:
- Reed Business Information
Reports on how a project in Lincoln uses falconry as therapy to instil confidence and self-esteem into people with learning difficulties.
Cognitive behaviour therapy for low self-esteem in a person with a learning disability: a case study
- Authors:
- EVANS Lauren, ALLEZ Kate
- Journal article citation:
- Advances in Mental Health and Intellectual Disabilities, 12(2), 2018, pp.67-76.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
Purpose: Low self-esteem is common in people with learning disabilities. There is limited research examining the effectiveness of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) focused on low self-esteem within this client group. The purpose of this paper is to add to the limited evidence by describing the use of CBT focused on low self-esteem for a person with a learning disability in the context of emotion regulation difficulties. Design/methodology/approach: An individual case study design was used, with repeated quantitative measures to monitor progress during weekly individual psychology sessions. Findings: There was a reduction in the client’s feelings of anger and an increase in their self-esteem. Research limitations/implications: Further studies and follow-up would determine longevity of benefits. The inclusion of distress tolerance techniques may have impacted on the findings and limits the conclusions that can be drawn about the impact of CBT focused on low self-esteem. Originality/value: This case study could make a small contribution to the evidence base for the effectiveness of CBT-based treatments for low self-esteem in people with learning disabilities, which is an under-researched area. (Publisher abstract)
The assessment and treatment of a man with mild learning disability, violent behaviour and chronic low self-esteem: a case study
- Authors:
- BISHOP Amanda J., HENRY Jayne C.
- Journal article citation:
- Advances in Mental Health and Learning Disabilities, 2(1), March 2008, pp.38-44.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
The following case study describes the assessment, formulation and treatment of a man with mild learning disabilities and a history of violent behaviour. Following several years of offence-related work, identification of chronic low self-esteem provided an alternative approach to addressing the risk of violence by treatment based on the cognitive model of low self-esteem. Global self-esteem and fear of negative evaluation were assessed at baseline, middle and end of treatment and at one-month follow-up. Although scores improved over the course of 23 sessions and were maintained at one-month follow-up, the change was minimal and unlikely to be clinically significant. However, the client reported benefits from therapy and there were observable positive behaviour changes. Discharge was facilitated from secure services to supported living in the community. The results from this case study show that, with adaption, cognitive behavioural therapy for low self-esteem may successfully be applied to people with mild learning disabilities. Therapy to address issues underlying offending behaviour is often required in addition to offending behaviour programmes in order to reduce the risk of re-offending.
'I might not know what you know but it doesn't mean you can be awful to me'
- Authors:
- JOHNSON Alex, MASON Heidi, WITHERS Paul
- Journal article citation:
- British Journal of Learning Disabilities, 31(1), 2003, pp.31-36.
- Publisher:
- Wiley
The case highlights the importance of providing a safe environment for individuals with learning disabilities to talk about their experiences and, particularly, their perspective on living with their learning disabilities. In particular, the case examines the experiences of a young lady who engaged in therapy, employing cognitive behavioural principles, in an attempt to address her negative self-evaluation and understanding of the terms, learning disability and mental disability.
A big hole
- Author:
- -
- Journal article citation:
- Mental Health Today, December 2002, pp.18-19.
- Publisher:
- Pavilion
- Place of publication:
- Hove
Discusses the importance of providing treatment and services for young people with learning disabilities and mental health problems. Looks at the findings from a recent report, 'Count Us In', from the Foundation for People with Learning Disabilities.
Cosmetic surgery for people with learning disabilities: considerations for adult protection practice
- Author:
- CAMBRIDGE Paul
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Adult Protection, 4(2), May 2002, pp.9-20.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
Explores the ethical issues surrounding the use of cosmetic surgery for and by people with learning disabilities. Although such interventions are less common in Britain than in the US, there is a growing interest in the use of cosmetic surgery to correct perceived defects in appearance and speech impairment. However, the assumed potential of cosmetic surgery brings adult protection concerns into stark relief.
Social and therapeutic horticulture: evidence and messages from research
- Author:
- CENTRE FOR CHILD AND FAMILY RESEARCH
- Publisher:
- 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.
Assessment and treatment of children with moderate learning difficulties with particular reference to effective communication
- Author:
- HARVEY Pat
- Journal article citation:
- Adoption and Fostering, 20(3), Autumn 1996, pp.29-34.
- Publisher:
- Sage
Effective communication and sensitivity to the requirements of each individual child lie at the heart of any constructive treatment for children in need. Focuses on problems faced by children with moderate learning difficulties and examines some of the various communication techniques that enable them to be reached and effectively helped. Many of the cases cited feature children who have been abused or neglected. As is the case with life story work much emphasis is placed on the importance of rebuilding their self esteem.