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Meeting the social and emotional needs of young black disabled people: messages from research
- Author:
- BIGNALL Tracey
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Integrated Care, 11(4), August 2003, pp.38-42.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
Draws on two research studies from the REU which examined the relationship of young disabled people with social care agencies. The first study interviewed 44 Asian, African Caribbean and African young disabled people about their lives, experiences and plans for the future. The second study used focus group sessions with five peer support groups to examine how young black disabled people met their needs through these groups. The results of the first study identified a need among the young people to meet with other young black disabled people, but lacked information about support groups and where they might find them. In the second study the researchers were able to examine how the support groups operated and the benefits they provided. Suggests ways in which local agencies might help young people meet their social and emotional needs. Highlights the benefits peer support groups.