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An exploratory study of animal-assisted interventions (AAI) in social service agencies
- Authors:
- EATON-STULL Yvonne, et al
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Social Service Research, 46(6), 2020, pp.756-769.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- Philadelphia, USA
This exploratory survey of social service professionals investigated the use of animal-assisted interventions (AAI) within various occupations and settings. Forty one participants from social service agencies responded to an electronic survey. Sixty eight percent of respondents indicated they are providing AAI with the most common type being animal-assisted activities (AAA). Forty one percent of respondents indicated they have received some training in AAI with hospital and residential treatment settings having the most training. Individuals with mental illness and physical disabilities are the largest groups receiving AAI. Many benefits were noted with the implementation of AAI including increased social interaction, decreased stress and decreased depression. The most commonly cited barrier to implementation of AAI was liability concerns. Future research detailing how social service agencies overcame barriers would be valuable for others who wish to implement AAI. (Edited publisher abstract)
Creating disability inclusion within Canadian schools of social work
- Authors:
- DUNN Peter A., HANES Roy, MACDONALD Judy
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Social Work in Disability and Rehabilitation, 5(1), 2006, pp.1-19.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- Philadelphia, USA
This comprehensive research study examined how schools of social work in Canada have responded to disability issues. The study focused upon specific policies and practices of the Canadian schools of social work which have been developed to create a more inclusive environment for students, staff, and faculty members with disabilities and to prepare students for practice in dealing with individuals who are disabled. A ten page survey consisting of closed and opened-ended questions was sent to the deans and directors of the thirty-five schools of social work in Canada. This study found that although there have been significant changes in these schools over the last ten years, there are many barriers to disability inclusion from recruitment and admissions; accommodations; retention, graduation, and employment; curriculum; hiring faculty and staff with disabilities; and university relations/resources. It concludes with recommendations for schools of social work. (Copies of this article are available from: Haworth Document Delivery Centre, Haworth Press Inc., 10 Alice Street, Binghamton, NY 13904-1580).
Examining the impact of disability status on intimate partner violence victimization in a population sample
- Authors:
- HAHN Josephine W., et al
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Interpersonal Violence, 29(17), 2014, pp.3063-3085.
- Publisher:
- Sage
This study examined effects of impairments in physical and mental health on the risk of intimate partner violence (IPV) victimization in a nationally representative sample of U.S. adults (18 years. A total of 34,563 adults completed interviews in two waves of the National Epidemiologic Survey on Alcohol and Related Conditions (NESARC). Physical and mental health impairments, as well as IPV victimization, were assessed using validated surveys in the total sample and by gender. In the total sample, physical health impairments at Wave 1 and mental health impairments at Wave 1 were significantly associated with higher risk of IPV victimization at Wave 2, compared with those without reported impairments. Higher risk of later IPV victimization was also seen among females who reported physical health impairments and mental health impairments compared with those who did not report similar limitations. Among males, higher risk of IPV victimization was significantly associated with mental health impairments, compared with those without mental health impairments. Adults with physical and mental health impairments may benefit from targeted interventions aimed at preventing IPV. (Edited publisher abstract)
Social engagement in older residents of assisted living facilities
- Authors:
- Janga Yuri, et al
- Journal article citation:
- Aging and Mental Health, 18(5), 2014, pp.642-647.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
Objectives: As a core component of successful ageing, social engagement is widely known to play an important role in promoting the health and well-being of older populations. Given the unique nature of assisted living facility (ALF) settings, the present study made a distinction between social engagement within and outside the facility and explored how these two types of social engagement would interact with functional disability in predicting depressive symptoms of older residents in ALFs. The authors hypothesised that the positive impact of social engagement within the facility would be greater among residents with higher levels of functional disability.Method: Using data from 150 ALF residents in Florida (Mage = 82.8, SD = 9.41), the direct and moderating effects of functional disability and the two types of social engagement on depressive symptoms were assessed.Results: Supporting the hypothesis, the interaction between functional disability and social engagement within the facility was found to be significant. The finding demonstrates the particular importance of social engagement within the facility for those with reduced physical function. For them, the limited but available opportunities for social activities and interpersonal contacts within the facility seem to bring substantial psychological benefits.Conclusion: The findings call attention to efforts to promote social activities and interpersonal contacts within ALFs. (Edited publisher abstract)
Developing an outcomes model for disabled children in Scotland
- Author:
- CHILDREN IN SCOTLAND
- Publisher:
- Scotland. Scottish Government Social Research
- Publication year:
- 2013
- Pagination:
- 67
- Place of publication:
- Edinburgh
Disabled children have broadly the same aspirations as non-disabled children and the outcomes they would like to achieve are therefore similar. However, for many disabled children and young people, there are fundamental outcomes that need to be achieved as a foundation for others, including and especially, communication. This project focused on better understanding ‘outcome models’ for all children and young people and for children and young people in the diverse and challenging context of disability. This research was commissioned by the Scottish Government’s Children’s Rights and Wellbeing Division to identify and develop an outcomes model based on Getting It Right for Every Child (GIRFEC), and the SHANARRI indicators of wellbeing (“Safe, Healthy, Achieving, Nurtured, Active, Respected, Responsible, Included”) for disabled children and young people in Scotland. It was to include both children with disabilities as defined by the Equality Act 2010 and those defined as having additional support needs in the context of the Education (Additional Support for Learning) (Scotland) Act 2004. The project was modified early on to focus on mapping outcomes work that is already in progress, and to identify the essential components of outcomes models. (Edited publisher abstract)
Developing an outcomes model for disabled children in Scotland
- Author:
- CHILDREN IN SCOTLAND
- Publisher:
- Scotland. Scottish Government Social Research
- Publication year:
- 2013
- Pagination:
- 3
- Place of publication:
- Edinburgh
This research was commissioned by the Scottish Government’s Children’s Rights and Wellbeing Division to identify and develop an outcomes model based on Getting It Right for Every Child (GIRFEC), and the SHANARRI indicators of wellbeing, for disabled children and young people in Scotland. It was to include both children with disabilities as defined by the Equality Act 2010 and those defined as having additional support needs in the context of the Education (Additional Support for Learning) (Scotland) Act 2004. The project was modified early on to focus on mapping outcomes work that is already in progress, and to identify the essential components of outcomes models. These research findings summarises the main report's findings. (Edited publisher abstract)
Services for people with disability from Chinese backgrounds
- Authors:
- FISHER Karen R., GLANFIELD Georgina
- Journal article citation:
- Social Policy Research Centre Newsletter, 101, February 2009, pp.1, 4-5.
- Publisher:
- University of New South Wales. Social Policy Research Centre
Australia's largest migrant group, people from Chinese backgrounds, are among the least represented in the use of formal disability support services. This article summarises research findings on barriers to service support; the impact of culture, language and recent migration on preferences for service support; and responsiveness of service providers. The study aimed to inform future participatory research with people with disability and draw conclusions about possible policy directions to meet the preferences of people with disability from Chinese backgrounds.
Caring for people with a mental disability at home: Australian carers' perceptions of service provision
- Authors:
- VECCHIO Nerina, STEVENS Stella, CYBINSKI Patti
- Journal article citation:
- Community Mental Health Journal, 44(2), April 2008, pp.125-134.
- Publisher:
- Springer
This study investigates carer perceptions of the adequacy of assistance received by comparing two populations: those with a mental disability and those with a physical disability in Australia by using data representing 12.5% of the total population. This very large sample provides robust evidence for the study’s findings. Of those caring for individuals with severe core disabilities, 21.6% of those with a mental disability compared to only 8.3% of carers of those with a physical disability reported inadequate service assistance. Greater involvement of consumers and their families in health care service planning will provide opportunities to deliver more appropriate services and enhance equities within this sector.
Experiencing social work: learning from service users
- Authors:
- DOEL Mark, BEST Lesley
- Publisher:
- Sage
- Publication year:
- 2008
- Pagination:
- 148p., bibliog.
- Place of publication:
- London
In Experiencing Social Work people tell their stories of positive social work and the difference it has made to their lives. The book was inspired by the knowledge of the many positive stories of social work practice and a belief that we can learn more from what goes right than what goes wrong. Follow these stories to understand good practice, reflect on the lessons learned, and to feel uplifted by social work's potential for positive change, support, and social justice. Each chapter is constructed around one or more case examples, emphasizing the importance of service users’ own knowledge in developing our learning about good practice.
An evaluation of recovery factors for foster care alumni with physical or psychiatric impairments: predictors of psychological outcomes
- Authors:
- ANCTIL Tina M., et al
- Journal article citation:
- Children and Youth Services Review, 29(8), August 2007, pp.1021-1034.
- Publisher:
- Elsevier
This study fills a gap in the existing literature by exploring developmentally appropriate services that have the potential to improve psychological outcomes across the lifetime for children and adolescents with physical and/or psychiatric impairments in foster care. With an American national sample of adults (N = 564) who were previously in foster care (i.e., alumni) and diagnosed with a physical or mental impairment, this investigation assessed the long-term psychological effects of risk factors associated with being in foster care. By focusing on the recovery process within the resilience framework, the investigation addressed the impact of risk and protective factors on self-esteem, overall mental health, and the number of psychiatric diagnoses in foster care. Multiple regression results indicate that living with foster parents that were perceived as helpful and receiving mental health services were significant for self-esteem outcomes. Having unstable foster care placements was associated with a greater likelihood of mental health diagnoses persisting into adulthood. Most notably, when evaluating the long-term effect of specific risk factors associated with foster care (e.g., child abuse and neglect and placement experiences), alongside services designed to enhance and develop protective factors, the risk factors' effect was negligible on adult psychological outcomes.