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Special educational needs: report of the Committee. H.M. Warnock, Chairman
- Author:
- COMMITTEE OF ENQUIRY INTO THE EDUCATION OF HANDICAPPED CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE
- Publisher:
- HMSO
- Publication year:
- 1978
- Place of publication:
- London
Report of the Warnock Committee.
Behavioural supports for parents of children with an intellectual disability and problem behaviours: an overview of the literature
- Authors:
- GAVIDIA-PAYNE Susana, HUDSOB Alan
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Intellectual and Developmental Disability, 27(1), March 2002, pp.31-55.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
A considerable body of knowledge that allows for the design of effective interventions with problem behaviour in children with an intellectual disability is now in existence. The development of behavioural supports for parents, in particular, has taken momentum in the last few years. The purpose of this paper is to provide an overview of research on the supports provided to parents in the assessment of and intervention with the problem behaviour of their children with an intellectual disability. It is concluded that while research in the area has made considerable advances, gaps in research on the development of practical applications of "parent friendly" programmes are still evident.
Learning for life
- Author:
- DOBSON Roger
- Journal article citation:
- Community Care, 22.6.95, 1995, p.24.
- Publisher:
- Reed Business Information
Reports on a scheme in Gwent to integrate children with autism. The method used is based on the Scandinavian principle of life-long rights for people with disabilities.
The stimulation guide: a sourcebook of suggestions and activities for multi-sensory impaired children and others with developmental difficulties
- Author:
- DALE F.J
- Publisher:
- Woodhead-Faulkner
- Publication year:
- 1990
- Pagination:
- 213p.,tables,illus.,bibliog.
- Place of publication:
- New York
Practical text containing suggestions and activities aimed at increasing physical and psychological development. Divided into sections on: locomotion, occupation, personal/social, self-care (dressing, feeding, washing, toileting), and communication and language.
Do the professionals understand? Mothers' views of the service needs of families of children with handicaps
- Authors:
- MacLACHLAN M., et al
- Journal article citation:
- Mental Handicap, 15(1), 1987, pp.5-7.
- Publisher:
- British Institute of Mental Handicap
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Supporting children of parents with intellectual disability: a scoping review
- Authors:
- GUDKOVA Tatiana, HEDLUND Marianne, MIDJO Turid
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 32(4), 2019, pp.737-749.
- Publisher:
- Wiley
Background: Parents with intellectual disability live normal lives and have children, but many of them lose custody of their children. However, little is known about the support, if any, that these children receive. Here, the present authors review the literature on the help and support given to children of parents with intellectual disability. Method: A scoping review of peer‐reviewed and grey literature was conducted, covering 1997 to November 2017. Results: Thirteen publications were identified. The children benefited from help and support received through informal networks. They also benefited from formal support if it focused on the children's needs and interests. Conclusions: The review shows that even though support from informal networks might be an influential factor in supporting children, there is a need for more research addressing the formal support these children receive and how they benefit from it. (Edited publisher abstract)
The role of formal support in the lives of children of mothers with intellectual disability
- Authors:
- COLLINGS Susan, GRACE Rebekah, LLEWELLYN Gwynnyth
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 30(3), 2017, p.492–500.
- Publisher:
- Wiley
Background: Mothers with intellectual disability face socioeconomic disadvantage and social isolation, which is associated with poorer child outcomes. Social services feature prominently in the lives of mothers with intellectual disability especially those without informal support; however, the role of formal support in the lives of their children has not been explored. Methods: Seven children aged 7–11 years took part in semi-structured interviews to explore their social experiences. Stories about interactions at home, school and with peers were analysed to illuminate influences, including social support, in their lives. Results: Formal support can provide an enduring relationship for children from socially restricted homes when it focuses on the child's abilities, interests and needs as distinct from those of their mother. Child-focused support can be from a paid worker or volunteer. Conclusions: Family support services need to apply a child focus to improve the well-being of children in vulnerable families. (Publisher abstract)
Mental health needs of children and young people with learning disabilities
- Authors:
- RAGHAVAN Raghu, BERNARD Sarah H., McCARTHY Jane
- Publisher:
- Pavilion
- Publication year:
- 2011
- Place of publication:
- Brighton
Research has demonstrated that the co-occurrence of a mental health disorder is highly prevalent in children and young people with a learning disability. The overlap of challenging behaviour and mental health disorders along with the lack of understanding of the nature and manifestation of mental health disorders in this population produces a difficult and complex picture in terms of detection, diagnosis and therapeutic services. This book explores the issues around care of this group of service users, focusing on developing evidence based practice. The authors believe that through the consolidation of the evidence for assessment, intervention, service provision and safeguarding issues, professionals will be able to provide high quality personalised care for children and young people with learning disabilities who also have mental health needs. Topics covered include: epidemiology and aetiology; assessment; specific conditions; nursing perspectives and care planning; psychological interventions; pharmacological interventions; transition and social networks; ethnicity and diversity; service models; safeguarding children; and the Mental Health Act, capacity and consent. The handbook is primarily aimed at health and social care professionals and intended to provide them with a sound knowledge base for shaping and enhancing their practice along with the skills and confidence to improve the outcomes for these young people.
Parental learning disability and children's needs: family experiences and effective practice
- Authors:
- CLEAVER Hedy, NICHOLSON Don
- Publisher:
- Jessica Kingsley
- Publication year:
- 2007
- Pagination:
- 141p., bibliog.
- Place of publication:
- London
Parents with a learning disability face a high risk of losing their children, and current support for them is inadequate. This book, based on original research, looks into current social care practice and the support systems available to parents with learning disabilities, evaluating their effectiveness and examining their impact on the families affected. This book will aid understanding of how to effectively assess children in families where one or more parent has a learning disability without sidelining them in the process. The authors present many case studies and point out perceived shortcomings, along with suggestions to improve current social care practice and promote the welfare of children in need.
Hope for help
- Author:
- TAYLOR Amy
- Journal article citation:
- Community Care, 8.06.06, 2006, pp.43-44.
- Publisher:
- Reed Business Information
The cross-cutting policy review on disabled children announced by the government has been welcomed as an opportunity to highlight gaps in service provision and produce resources to reduce the level of unmet need. This article looks at the support disabled children and their families need and why they are often left without it.