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Attitudes towards people with disabilities: what do people with intellectual disabilities have to say?
- Authors:
- McEVOY Sandra Corr, KEENAN Emer
- Journal article citation:
- British Journal of Learning Disabilities, 42(3), 2014, pp.221-227.
- Publisher:
- Wiley
Attitudes towards people with intellectual disabilities have traditionally been very negative, resulting in people with intellectual disabilities being treated badly by others. To find out how people with intellectual disabilities are treated by the public, from the viewpoint of people with intellectual disabilities themselves, seven focus groups with 41 adults who have an intellectual disability were conducted. Participants reported being treated well by some people and in some places, but being treated less favourably by other people and in other places. Being treated well happened in their home, in college, in work and in their services. People were treated less well when they were out and about, using public transport, in school or work. (Edited publisher abstract)
The process of perceiving stigmatization: perspectives from Taiwanese young people with intellectual disability
- Authors:
- CHEN Chih-Hsuan, SHU Bih-Ching
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 25(3), May 2012, pp.240-251.
- Publisher:
- Wiley
The aim of this preliminary study was to gain an understanding of how feelings of stigmatisation are formed and perceived among young people with intellectual disability in Taiwanese cultural and social contexts. Fourteen young people with intellectual disability, ranging in age from 17 to 22 years were interviewed and their responses analysed using grounded theory. Three persistent themes were revealed around the formation of feelings of stigmatisation: being labelled, the sources of their stigma often resulted from the educational and social welfare systems; perceiving oneself, they viewed themselves as ‘not good’ students, as troublemakers, as sick people and as odd people; and living with the labelling, they attempted to manage the impression that their intellectual disability had on others by using avoidance, isolation and self-promotion. The authors conclude that stigmatisation among this intellectual disability group is invisibly formed while attending school and receiving social services. They suggest that the value of intellectual performance has not yet been waived for young people with intellectual disability in Taiwan. It is noted that the problem of stigma against people with intellectual disability may be more severe within Taiwan’s sociocultural context and that the nature of stigma in people with intellectual disability seems to be different from that seen in the West.
‘If we are going to include them we have to do it before we die’: Norwegian seniors’ views of including seniors with intellectual disability in senior centres
- Authors:
- INGVALDSEN Anne Kristen, BALANDIN Susan
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 24(6), November 2011, pp.583-593.
- Publisher:
- Wiley
The relatively recent increase in the number of aged persons with intellectual disabilities is challenging concepts of inclusion and participation. The aim of this study was to identify senior centre users’ views of the barriers and solutions to the inclusion of seniors with intellectual disability in community senior centres. Thirty seniors (mean age 75.7 years, 23 women) without intellectual disability participated in one of four focus groups. Data were analysed for major themes. These included benefits, perceptions of people with intellectual disability, barriers and solutions to inclusion, need for support and need for information. There appears to be agreement that seniors with intellectual disability could benefit from being a senior centre user. However consideration needs be given to this group’s need for assistance, staff education, economic resources and ways to overcome negative community attitudes towards people with intellectual disability.
Now is the time: supporting disabled children and their families
- Author:
- SAMARASINGHE Shane
- Publisher:
- SCOPE
- Publication year:
- 2018
- Pagination:
- 20
- Place of publication:
- London
This report provides qualitative evidence on the experiences of families raising a disabled child and identifies some of the barriers in early years which can prevent disabled children fulfilling their potential. It draws on interviews with parents of disabled children and an analysis of survey data to examine current and historical attitudes towards disability. The research also commissioned a poll of parents of disabled children to test the findings from the research. Analysis of interview data identified a number of barriers facing families, which included: access to timely and appropriate information and support; negative attitudes and prejudice against disabled children; and the emotional stress experienced by many parents, which can make supporting their child more difficult. Quotations from parents are included throughout illustrate to illustrate the key themes. The recommendations include for Government appoint a Minister for Disabled Children and Families and to establish an early intervention and family resilience fund. The fund would include investment in emotional support for the whole family during the diagnosis journey, such as counselling, advocacy, and relationship advice. (Edited publisher abstract)
Looking together: spiritual beliefs and aspirations of people with learning disabilities
- Author:
- LEMOS Gerard
- Publisher:
- Lemos and Crane
- Publication year:
- 2017
- Pagination:
- 42
Drawing on 57 interviews, this research explores the attitudes and aspirations of people with learning disabilities, and the attitudes of parents, carers, and support staff, on spirituality. The paper looks at people’s views about spirituality and whether they consider it important. Drawing on their views it highlights some of the benefits of spirituality, religious beliefs and practices for people with learning disabilities. These include a sense of meaning, a sense of community and belonging. It then looks at the support that people receive in pursuing their spiritual or religious interests and aspirations. Many people participating in the interviews felt that support staff had an obligation to help people meet their aspirations for spiritual belief and participation, as part of people’s right to choice and independence. The report also looks at the barriers people with learning disabilities may face in achieving a full religious or spiritual life, both in support services and faith communities. Barriers include practical obstacles due to people not having sufficient independence to participate without support, intolerant and inflexible attitudes from faith communities and staff beliefs. It then sets out recommendations for a framework for good practice for support and adult social care organisations to meet the spiritual needs of people with learning disabilities. (Edited publisher abstract)
Promoting the safety and security of disabled people
- Author:
- EQUALITY AND HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
- Publisher:
- Equality and Human Rights Commission
- Publication year:
- 2009
- Pagination:
- 12p.
- Place of publication:
- Manchester
Disabled people are at greater risk of experiencing violence or hostility than the wider population. This includes violence or hostility which might be perceived as a ‘hate crime’. This report summarises research into disabled people's experiences of targeted violence and hostility. The research involved a literature review and interviews with stakeholders from key organisations and agencies, and interviews with 30 disabled people with learning disabilities and/or mental health problems form England, Wales and Scotland. Prevalence and the nature of violence, understanding risk and current interventions are covered. Quotations from disabled people interviewed are included in the report. The report concludes with the Equality and Human Rights Commission's plans to promote disabled people's safety and security over the next three years.
First contact: charting inner space; thoughts about establishing contact with people who have significant developmental disabilities
- Author:
- HINGSBURGER Dave
- Publisher:
- Diverse City Press
- Publication year:
- 2000
- Pagination:
- 36p.
- Place of publication:
- Eastman, QC
This book is written for those who work directly with individuals who have significant developmental disabilities. The book begins by challenging the reader to reflect on how they “see” a person with a significant disability. Moving past pity and on to personhood, the author suggests that the most important aspect of serving those with significant disabilities is to actively “meet” the person behind the disability. The author gives the reader ideas and suggestions for establishing contact, rapport and relationship with individuals within their care. This book suggests that those with significant disabilities can be “self advocates” for change in their lives.
The trouble with kids: an account of problems experienced with local children by people with learning disabilities
- Authors:
- WHITTELL Bridget, RAMCHARAN Paul
- Journal article citation:
- British Journal of Learning Disabilities, 28(1), March 2000, pp.21-24.
- Publisher:
- Wiley
Recent research carried out in North Wales which has been funded by the Wales Office for Research and Development has focused attention on the everyday lives of a small number of people with learning disabilities living in the community. Although many positive stories and experiences have emerged, negative incidents of abuse and victimisation have also been experienced by the majority of participants. This article concentrates on incidents of abuse and victimisation which have involved children as the perpetrators, drawing upon the experiences of a married couple who participated in this research.
Who to tell, what to say?
- Authors:
- ABBOTT David, HOWARTH Joyce
- Journal article citation:
- Community Care, 28.07.05, 2005, pp.32-33.
- Publisher:
- Reed Business Information
This article reports on research into the problems and prejudices lesbian, gay and bisexual people with learning difficulties face when they come out to professionals, family and friends. The three year study, funded by the Big Lottery and carried out by the Norah Fry Research Centre in partnership with Terence Higgins Trust and Regard, involved interviewing 71 staff in 20 learning difficulties services across the UK and 20 women and men with learning difficulties who were having, or wanted to have, a same-sex relationship.
Yes! she knows she's here
- Author:
- SCHAEFER Nicola
- Publisher:
- Inclusion Press
- Publication year:
- 1997
- Pagination:
- 154p.
- Place of publication:
- Toronto
Through this book readers are treated to the work that Catherine, her friends and family have accomplished in buying an ordinary home and setting up a supportive household. In the late '90's, living in one's own home is still controversial in the world of disability, particularly for an individual who doesn't speak in words and who participates with 24 hour per day support from others. Catherine has now been on this path for more than eleven years. In 1986, days before her 25th birthday, Catherine moved from her parents’ into her own home. It was an exciting, somewhat anxious time, the culmination of two years of planning and hard work on the part of many people. Everyone was eager to help Cath create a home for herself where she would have both the necessary paid, live-in support and the freely given friendship and help of others living in the two upstairs apartments. This book celebrates Cath’s 35th birthday and the 10th anniversary of her move.