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Diaz MA, Bickenbach JE, Sabariego C, Bernard RM. Qualitative methodological approaches involving participants with intellectual disabilities: Scoping review of literature exploring death and dying. JOURNAL OF APPLIED RESEARCH IN INTELLECTUAL DISABILITIES 2024; 37:e13119. [PMID: 37315942 DOI: 10.1111/jar.13119] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/07/2022] [Revised: 03/20/2023] [Accepted: 05/08/2023] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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BACKGROUND A paucity of qualitative research on sensitive topics that focuses on participants with intellectual disabilities leaves their views unexplored. This scoping review mainly aimed to provide an overview of qualitative data collection methods used in research involving participants with intellectual disabilities to explore death and dying. METHOD A scoping review of primary research and methodological papers published between January 2008 and March 2022 was conducted. The PRISMA-ScR checklist was followed. RESULTS We identified 25 articles utilising four data collection methods: interviews, focus groups, the Nominal Group Technique, and participant observation. Data collection trends were identified, including accommodations for participants with intellectual disabilities, visual media used as a facilitator, and reporting of distress protocols. Most participants had mild to moderate intellectual disabilities. CONCLUSIONS The included studies demonstrate a flexible approach that relies on the use of multiple methods. Future research must adequately report study characteristics to ensure transparency and reliability.
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- Swiss Paraplegic Research, Nottwil, Switzerland
- Faculty of Health Sciences and Medicine, University of Lucerne, Lucerne, Switzerland
- Center for Rehabilitation in Global Health Systems, WHO Collaborating Center, University of Lucerne, Lucerne, Switzerland
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Casey E, Linehan C. The physician's role in reducing health disparities for persons with epilepsy and intellectual disability: "it's not just epilepsy…you really have to take a deeper dive.". Epilepsy Behav 2024; 151:109646. [PMID: 38271851 DOI: 10.1016/j.yebeh.2024.109646] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/03/2023] [Revised: 01/02/2024] [Accepted: 01/10/2024] [Indexed: 01/27/2024]
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Epilepsy affects approximately 25 % of people with intellectual disability (ID). Despite this high prevalence, evidence of health disparity exists in healthcare access and health outcomes for this population. Patients with ID experience additional challenges in accessing appropriate epilepsy care, and are at greater risk of experiencing inappropriate prescribing, polypharmacy and misdiagnosis compared with the general population. The expectations, attitudes and actions of physicians are key in addressing health inequalities, particularly those which disproportionately impact a specific group of patients, such as patients with ID and epilepsy. This qualitative study aimed to explore the views of specialist physicians as to why they believe this patient group are at a disadvantage when it comes to accessing appropriate epilepsy care, and how physicians can intervene to ensure that patients with ID are given equal access to suitable epilepsy care, and equal opportunity to achieve the best possible treatment outcomes. Semi-structured interviews were carried out with six physicians, located in six countries, who specialise in the care of persons with ID who have epilepsy. Interviews sought views on prognostic expectations, experiences of disparities in epilepsy care, and suggestions for advocacy interventions. Interviews were analysed using reflexive thematic analysis. Three core themes and nine subthemes were identified. Core themes included (1) 'Nervousness in care and treatment,' which reflected participants' descriptions of a nervousness by colleagues when treating epilepsy in patients with ID. (2) 'Taking a deeper dive' captured the harmful effects of accepting "common dogma," as well as the issue of a lack of clarity around treatment pathways for patients with epilepsy and ID. (3) 'Teach me' illustrated the importance of shared expertise, reflective practice and continued research and advocacy. Findings reflected participants' recommendations to address disparities in epilepsy care for patients with ID. These recommendations highlighted education and training, taking time to learn how to communicate in different ways, and regular reflection on personal assumptions and biases as important contributors to addressing inequalities in epilepsy care for patients with ID. It is hoped that findings will prompt those providing epilepsy care to reflect on their own practice and identify ways in which they might intervene to minimise inadvertent harm and reduce health disparities in epilepsy care for patients with ID.
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- Emma Casey
- University College Dublin, UCD School of Psychology, Dublin, Ireland.
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- University College Dublin, UCD School of Psychology, Dublin, Ireland; UCD Centre for Disability Studies, University College Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
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Fellinger M, Holzinger D, Fogler J, Fellinger J. Exploring spirituality and quality of life in individuals who are deaf and have intellectual disabilities. Soc Psychiatry Psychiatr Epidemiol 2023; 58:1709-1718. [PMID: 36894659 PMCID: PMC10562275 DOI: 10.1007/s00127-023-02451-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/11/2022] [Accepted: 02/27/2023] [Indexed: 03/11/2023]
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PURPOSE While positive contributions of religion and spirituality (R/S) to quality of life (QOL) are confirmed by a growing body of evidence, only limited research has involved people with intellectual disabilities and so far, no studies included prelingually deaf individuals with intellectual disabilities. This study explores the role of R/S in people with intellectual disabilities and deafness living in three therapeutic living communities specifically adapted to their needs. METHODS Forty-one individuals (mean age: 46.93 years, 43.9% female) with prelingual deafness and mild to moderate intellectual disability participated in structured sign language interviews adapted to their cognitive-developmental level, regarding their QOL, individual spirituality and participation in spiritual practices in the community. Participants' QOL was assessed with an established short measure for QOL (EUROHIS-QOL) adapted to easy-to-understand sign language. With 21 participants, qualitative interviews were conducted. In addition, proxy ratings from caregivers were obtained. RESULTS The participants' ratings of their individual spirituality (r = 0.334; p = 0.03) and spiritual practices-in-community (r = 0.514; p = 0.00) correlated positively with their self-reported QOL. Qualitative findings illustrate the importance of R/S and give insights into R/S concepts and practices. CONCLUSIONS Personal spirituality and participating in spiritual practices are positively related to self-reported quality of life in deaf individuals with intellectual disability (ID). As a consequence, access to spiritual and religious services should be included in comprehensive programs and society at large.
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- Maria Fellinger
- Research Institute for Developmental Medicine, Johannes Kepler University, 4020 Linz, Austria
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- Research Institute for Developmental Medicine, Johannes Kepler University, 4020 Linz, Austria
- Institute of Neurology of Senses and Language, Hospital of St. John of God, 4020 Linz, Austria
- Institute of Linguistics, University of Graz, 8010 Graz, Austria
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- Research Institute for Developmental Medicine, Johannes Kepler University, 4020 Linz, Austria
- Division of Developmental Medicine, Boston Children’s Hospital and Departments of Pediatrics and Psychiatry, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA 02115 USA
- Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities/Institute for Community Inclusion (LEND/ICI), Boston Children’s Hospital, Boston, MA 02115 USA
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- Research Institute for Developmental Medicine, Johannes Kepler University, 4020 Linz, Austria
- Institute of Neurology of Senses and Language, Hospital of St. John of God, 4020 Linz, Austria
- Division of Social Psychiatry, University Clinic for Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, Medical University of Vienna, 1090 Vienna, Austria
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Igier S, Valérie P. The role of familiarity with the experimenter on cognitive performance, metacognition, pro-social behaviors, and the well-being of adults with moderate to severe intellectual disabilities. JOURNAL OF INTELLECTUAL DISABILITIES : JOID 2023; 27:404-418. [PMID: 35426750 DOI: 10.1177/17446295221087544] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/07/2023]
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BACKGROUND Few studies have evaluated the explanatory factors of poor performance and the effects of context in adults with intellectual disabilities. The aim of this study is to assess the role of a familiar experimenter on their cognitive performance, well-being, metacognitive experiences, and social behaviors. METHOD Participants with moderate to severe intellectual disability were recruited into two groups, one with a familiar and one with an unfamiliar experimenter. They carried out a categorization task. Before and after they reported their metacognitive experiences and level of well-being. The experimenter observed their pro-social behavior. RESULTS Performance and some social behaviors were better when the participant knew the experimenter. However, he did not affect the level of well-being. The participants' metacognitive experiences were poor, whether or not they knew the experimenter. CONCLUSIONS The familiarity of the experimenter plays a determining role, both on the participants' performance, and on their compliance with certain pro-social behavior.
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- Suzanne Igier
- EA 2114 Psychologie des Ages de la Vie, Université François Rabelais, Tours Cedex, France
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- EA 2114 Psychologie des Ages de la Vie, Université François Rabelais, Tours Cedex, France
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Raines AR, Francis GL, Fujita M, Macedonia A. Belonging from the perspectives of individuals with disabilities: A scoping review. PSYCHOLOGY IN THE SCHOOLS 2023. [DOI: 10.1002/pits.22864] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/10/2023]
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- Alexandra R. Raines
- Division of Special Education and disAbility Research George Mason University Fairfax Virginia USA
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- College of Education and Human Development George Mason Delta State University Fairfax Virginia USA
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- College of Education and Human Development George Mason Delta State University Fairfax Virginia USA
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- College of Education and Human Development George Mason Delta State University Fairfax Virginia USA
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Barnett BS, Balaji D, Weleff J, Carroll BT. Catatonia and Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome in Patients With Cerebral Palsy: Two Case Reports and a Systematic Review of the Literature. J Acad Consult Liaison Psychiatry 2022; 64:277-293. [PMID: 36586471 DOI: 10.1016/j.jaclp.2022.12.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/19/2022] [Revised: 12/05/2022] [Accepted: 12/22/2022] [Indexed: 12/29/2022]
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BACKGROUND Patients with cerebral palsy, a group of movement disorders with motor, communication, and behavioral features that can mimic catatonic signs, could benefit from efforts to improve the detection and treatment of comorbid catatonia. Given that cerebral palsy frequently co-occurs with conditions associated with catatonia, such as autism spectrum disorder, epilepsy, intellectual disability, and mood and psychotic disorders, lifetime prevalence of catatonia in this population may be high. OBJECTIVE This study aimed to systematically review the literature on catatonia and the related condition of neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS) in patients with cerebral palsy while presenting 2 additional cases of catatonia. METHODS We used the terms "cerebral palsy" in combination with "catatoni∗," related terms for catatonia, and "neuroleptic malignant syndrome" to query Ovid MEDLINE (1948 to November 28, 2022), PsycINFO, Cumulative Index to Nursing, and Allied Health Literature, and Embase for applicable case reports. The Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome Information Service database was also manually searched. RESULTS In addition to our 2 catatonia reports, we identified 10 reports of catatonia in patients with cerebral palsy, as well as 8 reports of NMS. Patients with both conditions responded well, and sometimes rapidly, to treatment. Notably, of the 5 patients with catatonia and cerebral palsy who received electroconvulsive therapy, 2 developed recurrent self-limited hyperthermia posttreatment. We also identified several cases of baclofen withdrawal, which can be life threatening because of seizure risk, presenting with NMS-like features in patients with cerebral palsy who had malfunctioning intrathecal baclofen pumps for spasticity management. CONCLUSIONS Given frequent comorbidity of conditions associated with catatonia in patients with cerebral palsy, as well as routine treatment with medications that can induce NMS, such as metoclopramide and anticholinergics, catatonia and NMS may be underreported in the cerebral palsy patient population, despite being highly treatable. Possible underdiagnosis of catatonia in patients with cerebral palsy may be because of misattribution of overlapping features between the 2 conditions to cerebral palsy. Clinicians should be aware of possible recurrent self-limited fever when using electroconvulsive therapy to treat patients with catatonia and cerebral palsy while also being vigilant for intrathecal baclofen withdrawal when encountering NMS-like features in patients with cerebral palsy.
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- Brian S Barnett
- Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, Cleveland, OH; Department of Psychiatry and Psychology, Center for Behavioral Health, Neurological Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH.
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- Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, Cleveland, OH
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- Department of Psychiatry and Psychology, Center for Behavioral Health, Neurological Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH; Department of Psychiatry, Yale University School of Medicine, New Haven, CT
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Slavny-Cross R, Allison C, Griffiths S, Baron-Cohen S. Are autistic people disadvantaged by the criminal justice system? A case comparison. AUTISM : THE INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF RESEARCH AND PRACTICE 2022:13623613221140284. [PMID: 36544404 PMCID: PMC10291366 DOI: 10.1177/13623613221140284] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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LAY ABSTRACT Most autistic people will never experience being arrested or charged with a crime, however for those who do tend to be less satisfied with the way they were treated. The purpose of this study was to find out if autistic people are being disadvantaged by the criminal justice system if they are arrested. Previous research has shown that autistic people may have difficulties communicating with the police. This study builds on this knowledge by uncovering why autistic people may not feel able to communicate with the police and whether the police made any adjustments to help them. This study also measures the impact of being involved with the criminal justice system on autistic people's mental health, such as stress, meltdowns and shutdowns. The results show that autistic people were not always given the support they felt they needed. For example, not all autistic people had an appropriate adult with them at the police station who could help to make sure they understood what was happening around them. Autistic people were also more likely to feel less able to cope with the stress and more likely to suffer meltdowns and shutdowns because of their involvement with the criminal justice system. We hope this study will help police officers and lawyers to better support autistic people if they become involved with the criminal justice system.
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Kooijmans R, Langdon PE, Moonen X. Assisting children and youth with completing self-report instruments introduces bias: A mixed-method study that includes children and young people's views. METHODS IN PSYCHOLOGY 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.metip.2022.100102] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022] Open
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Patterson CW, Golightly M. Adults with intellectual disabilities and third‐wave therapies: A systematic review and
meta‐ethnography. JOURNAL OF APPLIED RESEARCH IN INTELLECTUAL DISABILITIES 2022; 36:13-27. [DOI: 10.1111/jar.13045] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/15/2021] [Revised: 06/20/2022] [Accepted: 10/20/2022] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
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- Peterborough Adult locality Team Adult Mental Health Peterborough UK
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Wilkinson EH, Britton TC, Hall SS. Examining Phenotypic Differences in Gaze Avoidance Between Autism Spectrum Disorder and Fragile X Syndrome. AMERICAN JOURNAL ON INTELLECTUAL AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES 2022; 127:435-454. [PMID: 36306410 PMCID: PMC9667749 DOI: 10.1352/1944-7558-127.6.435] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/28/2021] [Accepted: 08/31/2021] [Indexed: 05/22/2023]
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We examined potential phenotypic differences in eye gaze avoidance exhibited by boys with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and boys with fragile X syndrome (FXS). In Study 1, the Eye Contact Avoidance Scale (ECAS) was administered to caregivers of boys aged 7-18 years with FXS (n = 148), ASD (n = 168), and mixed developmental disabilities (MDD; n = 128). In Study 2, subsets of boys with FXS (n = 31) and boys with ASD (n = 25) received a brief behavioral treatment probe to improve eye contact. Results showed that boys with FXS obtained significantly higher scores on the ECAS compared to boys with ASD and MDD. Exposure to the brief behavioral treatment probe resulted in significant decreases in scores for boys with FXS, but not for boys with ASD.
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- Ellen H Wilkinson
- Ellen H. Wilkinson, Tobias C. Britton, and Scott S. Hall, Stanford University School of Medicine
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- Ellen H. Wilkinson, Tobias C. Britton, and Scott S. Hall, Stanford University School of Medicine
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- Ellen H. Wilkinson, Tobias C. Britton, and Scott S. Hall, Stanford University School of Medicine
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Vreuls RJA, Mockenhaupt J, Tillmann V, Anneken V. Effect of Indoor Climbing on Occupational Self-Efficacy and Employability: Results of a 10-Month Randomised Controlled Study of Persons with Intellectual Disability. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2022; 19:13399. [PMID: 36293977 PMCID: PMC9603260 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph192013399] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/19/2022] [Revised: 10/10/2022] [Accepted: 10/14/2022] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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(1) Background: Indoor climbing has different effects at various levels, including physical, psychological, and social ones. It is of high interest to assess whether social skills developed through climbing can be transferred to another environment, such as the working environment. This study investigates the effects of indoor climbing on employability and occupational self-efficacy of people with intellectual disability, who possess lower levels of social competences in general. (2) Methods: A randomised controlled study (RCT) experimental study design with three groups was formed-one intervention (IG) and two control groups (CGI&II). For 10 months, the IG went climbing (two times per week), whereas the first CG followed a sports programme and the second CG served as controls. (3) Results: IG participants showed significant improvement in mental and somatic health over time. Regarding occupational self-efficacy, females had a significantly lower mean. Nevertheless, only the IG's female participants mean increased significantly over time. (4) Conclusions: Indoor climbing can be effective for improving occupational health and can be beneficial for specific groups; however, additional research is needed to further specify the influence of indoor climbing on a wider variety of aspects of the life of people with intellectual disability.
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Rinaldi R, Duplat J, Haelewyck MC. Is health a priority? Examining health-related support needs in adults with intellectual disability through a self-determination framework. JOURNAL OF INTELLECTUAL DISABILITIES : JOID 2022; 26:657-671. [PMID: 34114510 DOI: 10.1177/17446295211009660] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/12/2023]
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BACKGROUND People with intellectual disabilities experience inequities in healthcare. Those are maintained by individual limitations as well as environmental factors. In this context, health needs are less likely to be expressed, identified and met. METHOD We led a survey in 832 adults with intellectual disabilities to identify if health was set as a priority and if so, what were their major health-related support needs (in terms of physical, social and psychological health). RESULTS 67.1% of participants reported at least one need. Most frequently, two or more types of needs were reported with gender and living facility having an effect on whether participants would report these needs, but these did not affect which type of needs were reported. CONCLUSIONS Health-related support needs are highly prevalent and diversified in people with intellectual disabilities. This study emphasizes the importance to consider health as a global concept as well as the relationships between health and self-determination.
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Rosenthal E, Parish SL, Ransom C, Smith LD, Mitra M. Formal and Informal Supports for Women With Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities During Pregnancy. INTELLECTUAL AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES 2022; 60:261-272. [PMID: 35868299 DOI: 10.1352/1934-9556-60.4.261] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/01/2020] [Accepted: 01/18/2022] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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This article explores the role of formal and informal supports for women with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) throughout their pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum experiences. Data from qualitative interviews with women with IDD (n = 16) were analyzed. Results showed that formal supports aided in planning, transportation, advocacy, and providing emotional support throughout pregnancy. Informal supports helped with errands, comfort, and emotional encouragement. The community surrounding these women facilitated communication with providers, self-empowerment regarding health choices, and increased preparedness for parenthood. Findings indicate the importance of encouraging and sustaining both formal and informal supports during pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum to improve pregnancy and parenting experiences for women with IDD.
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- Lauren D. Smith and Monika Mitra, Brandeis University
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Collins J, Barnoux M, Langdon PE. The development of the Adapted Firesetting Assessment Scale. JOURNAL OF APPLIED RESEARCH IN INTELLECTUAL DISABILITIES 2021; 35:537-555. [PMID: 34845802 DOI: 10.1111/jar.12965] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/23/2021] [Revised: 11/11/2021] [Accepted: 11/14/2021] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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BACKGROUND Treatment for adults who set fires relies upon valid and reliable assessment. Research is needed to ensure self-report measures are available for adults with neurodevelopmental disabilities and that they are robust. METHOD Qualitative and quantitative data from three rounds of a Delphi exercise with practitioners and a focus group discussion with adults with neurodevelopmental disabilities were used to generate consensus about the accessibility of item adaptations made to the Fire Interest Rating Scale, Fire Attitudes Scale, and the Identification with Fire Questionnaire. RESULTS Findings suggested the accessibility of current measures could be improved to better meet the needs of adults with neurodevelopmental disabilities and adaptations to all questionnaire items were needed. CONCLUSION Following feedback, revisions to current measures were implemented leading to the development of the Adapted Firesetting Assessment Scale with improved accessibility for adults with neurodevelopmental disabilities.
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- Centre for Educational Development, Appraisal and Research (CEDAR) and Centre for Mental Health and Wellbeing Research, The University of Warwick, Coventry, UK.,Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership NHS Trust, Coventry, UK
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Espinoza K, Hayashi J, Shimada Y, Tagami J, Sadr A. Optical Coherence Tomography for Patients with Developmental Disabilities: A Preliminary Study. SENSORS 2021; 21:s21237940. [PMID: 34883945 PMCID: PMC8659517 DOI: 10.3390/s21237940] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/28/2021] [Revised: 11/19/2021] [Accepted: 11/24/2021] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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Dental radiographs are essential for diagnosis and treatment planning, but are sometimes difficult to acquire for patients with developmental disabilities (PDD). Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) is a non-ionizing imaging modality that has the potential application as an alternative to dental radiographs for PDD. This study aimed to determine the feasibility of intraoral OCT imaging for PDD. Ten participants were recruited in the Dental Education in the Care of Persons with Disabilities (DECOD) Clinic to explore the utility of dental OCT. The prototype system (Yoshida Dental) creates in-depth and three-dimensional images of teeth. The participants indicated their degree of pain during imaging on the Wong-Baker FACES Pain Rating Scale, and the degree of discomfort after imaging on a visual analog scale. OCT can be used for patients with developmental disabilities with minimal levels of pain and discomfort, without ionizing radiation.
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- Kimberly Espinoza
- Dental Education in the Care of Persons with Disabilities (DECOD), Department of Oral Medicine, School of Dentistry, University of Washington, Seattle, WA 98195, USA;
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- Biomimetics, Biomaterials, Biophotonics, Biomechanics & Technology (B4T) Laboratory, Department of Restorative Dentistry, University of Washington, Seattle, WA 98195, USA;
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- Cariology and Operative Dentistry Department, Graduate School of Medical and Dental Sciences, Tokyo Medical and Dental University, Tokyo 113-8549, Japan; (Y.S.); (J.T.)
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- Cariology and Operative Dentistry Department, Graduate School of Medical and Dental Sciences, Tokyo Medical and Dental University, Tokyo 113-8549, Japan; (Y.S.); (J.T.)
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- Biomimetics, Biomaterials, Biophotonics, Biomechanics & Technology (B4T) Laboratory, Department of Restorative Dentistry, University of Washington, Seattle, WA 98195, USA;
- Cariology and Operative Dentistry Department, Graduate School of Medical and Dental Sciences, Tokyo Medical and Dental University, Tokyo 113-8549, Japan; (Y.S.); (J.T.)
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +1-206-221-3630
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Havercamp SM, Barnhill LJ, Bonardi A, Chapman RA, Cobranchi C, Fletcher RJ, Rabidoux P, Seeley JR, Tassé MJ. Straight from the horse's mouth: Increasing self-report in mental health assessment in individuals with intellectual disability. JOURNAL OF APPLIED RESEARCH IN INTELLECTUAL DISABILITIES 2021; 35:471-479. [PMID: 34729880 DOI: 10.1111/jar.12952] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/03/2020] [Revised: 09/28/2021] [Accepted: 10/05/2021] [Indexed: 12/01/2022]
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BACKGROUND Mental health conditions are common among individuals with intellectual disability. Under recognition of mental health disorders leading to unmet treatment needs is common in this population. This article addresses one major contributing factor, the lack of cognitively accessible self-report measures for individuals with intellectual disability. METHOD In this literature-informed overview of the state of the field, we discuss the need for, and complexities of, including individuals with intellectual disability in mental health assessments. RESULTS With appropriate supports, many individuals with intellectual disability can respond to mental health questions. We discuss evidence-based strategies to make mental health assessments more accessible. CONCLUSION We highlight the need to engage individuals with intellectual disability to provide first-hand information about their health and well-being. New instruments and research procedures should be developed in partnership with individuals with intellectual disability. Self-report may be essential to advancing the science of mental health research.
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- Susan M Havercamp
- Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health, The Ohio State University Nisonger Center, The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio, USA
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- Psychiatry and Psychology, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA
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- Kansas Center on Developmental Disabilities, University of Kansas, Tampa, Florida, USA
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- Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health, The Ohio State University Nisonger Center, The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio, USA
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- Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health, The Ohio State University Nisonger Center, The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio, USA
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- Special Education and Clinical Sciences, University of Oregon, Eugene, Oregon, USA
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- Psychology and Psychiatry, The Ohio State University Nisonger Center, Columbus, Ohio, USA
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Dubé C, Olivier E, Morin AJS, Tracey D, Craven RG, Maïano C. Toward a Comprehensive Assessment of Relationships with Teachers and Parents for Youth with Intellectual Disabilities. J Autism Dev Disord 2021; 52:2670-2688. [PMID: 34185237 DOI: 10.1007/s10803-021-05117-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 05/28/2021] [Indexed: 12/01/2022]
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This study proposes a multi-informant (youth, teachers, and parents) measure of relationship quality with adults for youth with intellectual disabilities (ID). A sample of 395 youth with mild (49.15%) and moderate (50.85%) ID, aged 11-22 (M = 15.82) was recruited in Canada (French-speaking, N = 142), and Australia (English-speaking, N = 253). Results support the reliability, factor validity, discriminant validity (in relation to sex, ID level, country, and comorbidity), convergent validity (depression, anxiety, aggressiveness, and prosocial behaviors), and one-year longitudinal stability of the measure. Youth self-reports provide a complementary perspective on relationship quality with adults relative to teachers' or parents' reports, whereas teachers and parents seem unable to differentiate their own perspective from that of the target youth.
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- Céleste Dubé
- Substantive-Methodological Synergy Research Laboratory, Department of Psychology, Concordia University, 7141 Sherbrooke W, Montreal, QC, H4B 1R6, Canada
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- Département de psychopédagogie et d'andragogie, Université de Montréal, Montreal, Canada
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- Substantive-Methodological Synergy Research Laboratory, Department of Psychology, Concordia University, 7141 Sherbrooke W, Montreal, QC, H4B 1R6, Canada.
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- School of Education, Western Sydney University, Sydney, Australia
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- Institute for Positive Psychology and Education, Australian Catholic University, Sydney, Australia
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- Cyberpsychology Laboratory, Department of Psychoeducation and Psychology, Université du Québec en Outaouais (UQO
- Campus de Saint-Jérôme), Saint-Jérôme, Canada
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Campbell N. The intellectual ableism of leisure research: Original considerations towards understanding well-being with and for people with intellectual disabilities. JOURNAL OF INTELLECTUAL DISABILITIES : JOID 2021; 25:82-97. [PMID: 31303105 DOI: 10.1177/1744629519863990] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/10/2023]
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People with intellectual disabilities (IDs) are considered to be one of the most marginalized, isolated and disenfranchised groups in society. However, recent social prescription intervention programmes are being introduced to enhance the physical and mental well-being of these individuals through participation in leisure activities, thus increasing academic interest in research within the area. This article introduces the theoretical and methodological tensions in applying mainstream scholarly thinking of leisure and well-being to people with IDs and argues that by failing to acknowledge and address such tensions scholars are at risk of demonstrating intellectual ableism. Layering Kleiber's components of leisure over Seligman's Positive Emotion, Engagement, Relationships, Meaning, and Accomplishment concept of well-being, this article poses critical questions of how each contributing element of well-being could be reconceptualized for people with neurological diversities. The intersection of leisure, well-being and ID is ripe for research development; however, many studies in the domain are falling short of suitable theoretical discussion and methodological rigour. This article concludes with suggestions on how scholars can reduce intellectual ableism through inclusive design, methodological reporting, acknowledging bias and grappling theoretical dissonance.
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Georgiadou I, Vlachou A, Stavroussi P. Quality of life and vocational education service quality in students with intellectual disability. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES 2021; 68:681-691. [PMID: 36210900 PMCID: PMC9542618 DOI: 10.1080/20473869.2021.1887435] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/19/2020] [Revised: 01/30/2021] [Accepted: 01/31/2021] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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The aim of the study was to investigate the relation between subjective quality of life and quality of vocational education services from the view of students with intellectual disability who participate in public special vocational education schools in Greece. The level of quality of life and quality of special vocational education services was explored. The article presents a functional description of service quality in special vocational education and operationalizes quality of life for students with disability. Instruments were developed and adapted in line with the participatory research paradigm. Convenience sampling was used. Data was gathered from 131 students with intellectual disability. All measures showed good evidence of internal consistency and construct validity. The findings suggest relationship between quality of life and quality of special vocational education services received by students with intellectual disability. Low levels of self-determination are highlighted. Practical implications concerning the application of the instruments in special education settings as measures for the quality assessment and the evaluation of educational interventions are discussed.
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- Ioanna Georgiadou
- Department of Special Education, University of Thessaly, Volos, Greece
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- Department of Special Education, University of Thessaly, Volos, Greece
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Assessment of Occupational Health and Job Satisfaction in Workers with Intellectual Disability: A Job Demands-Resources Perspective. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2021; 18:ijerph18042072. [PMID: 33672616 PMCID: PMC7924175 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph18042072] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/28/2021] [Revised: 02/13/2021] [Accepted: 02/15/2021] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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In the contexts where people with intellectual disability work, there are factors that determine their job satisfaction. The objective of this study was to test the adequacy of the central assumptions of the Job Demands–Resources (JD-R) theory in workers with intellectual disability employed in different work alternatives. Data from 362 workers in sheltered workshops and 192 workers in supported employment were utilized. The model was contrasted using a structural equation model and a multi-group analysis. The results supported the suitability of the model and confirmed that job demands and job resources evoke two relatively independent processes such as health impairment and motivational process. The multi-group analysis confirmed the invariance of the model between the two work alternatives. Thus, the JD-R model offers a useful framework to explain the job satisfaction of workers with intellectual disability. Implications for the improvement of personal and job results are discussed.
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Pett MA, Guo JW, Cardell B, Johnson EP, Guerra N, Clark L. Psychometric properties of a brief self-reported health-related quality of life measure (HRQoL-IDD) for persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities. JOURNAL OF APPLIED RESEARCH IN INTELLECTUAL DISABILITIES 2021; 34:877-890. [PMID: 33522020 PMCID: PMC8247975 DOI: 10.1111/jar.12831] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/17/2020] [Revised: 09/29/2020] [Accepted: 10/29/2020] [Indexed: 12/02/2022]
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Background To encourage self‐determination and address health disparities among persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities, clinicians and researchers rely on self‐reported measures like health‐related quality of life (HRQoL). This study evaluated the psychometric properties of a theory‐driven self‐reported HRQoL measure for adults requiring mild to moderate support related to intellectual and developmental disabilities. Method 224 volunteers completed 42 quality of life items developed with extensive input from persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities, family members/caregivers, and providers. The 5‐point Likert scale format with visual images of fluid‐filled cups represented the range of responses. Results Exploratory and Unrestricted Factor Analyses yielded 16 HRQoL items with 4 subscales: Functional Well‐Being, Emotional Well‐Being, Social Well‐Being, and Healthy Decision‐making. The HRQoL‐IDD explained 62.8% of variance, had satisfactory internal consistency (0.73–0.83), stability of reponses, and reading level (2nd grade, ages 7‐8). Conclusions The HRQoL‐IDD is a promising measure of self‐reported HRQoL for use in community‐based settings for persons requiring mild to moderate support related to intellectual and developmental disabilities.
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- Marjorie A Pett
- University of Utah College of Nursing, Salt Lake City, UT, USA
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- University of Utah College of Nursing, Salt Lake City, UT, USA
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- Department of Occupational and Recreational Therapies, College of Health, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT, USA
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, School of Medicine, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT, USA
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- School of Nursing, University of California Los Angeles (UCLA), Los Angeles, CA, USA
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Fellinger J, Dall M, Gerich J, Fellinger M, Schossleitner K, Barbaresi WJ, Holzinger D. Is it feasible to assess self-reported quality of life in individuals who are deaf and have intellectual disabilities? Soc Psychiatry Psychiatr Epidemiol 2021; 56:1881-1890. [PMID: 32926181 PMCID: PMC8429394 DOI: 10.1007/s00127-020-01957-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/03/2020] [Accepted: 09/01/2020] [Indexed: 12/26/2022]
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PURPOSE There is consensus that Quality of Life (QOL) should be obtained through self-reports from people with intellectual Disability (ID). Thus far, there have been no attempts to collect self-reported QOL from people who are deaf and have ID. METHODS Based on an established short measure for QOL (EUROHIS-QOL), an adapted easy-to-understand sign language interview was developed and applied in a population (n = 61) with severe-to-profound hearing loss and mild-to-profound ID. Self-reports were conducted at two time points (t1 and t2), 6 months apart. The Stark QOL, an established picture-based questionnaire, was also obtained at t2 and three Proxy ratings of QOL (from caregivers) were conducted for each participant at t1. RESULTS Self-reported QOL was successfully administered at both time points for 44 individuals with mild and moderate ID (IQ reference age between 3.3 and 11.8 years). The self-reports showed sufficient test-retest reliability and significant correlations with the Stark QOL. As anticipated, self-reported QOL was higher than proxy-reported QOL. Test-retest reliability and internal consistency were good for self-reported QOL. CONCLUSION Reliable and valid self-reports of QOL can be obtained from deaf adults with mild-moderate ID using standard inventories adapted to the linguistic and cognitive level of these individuals.
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- Johannes Fellinger
- Research Institute for Developmental Medicine, Johannes Kepler University Linz, Linz, Austria. .,Konventhospital Barmherzige Brüder, Institut für Sinnes- und Sprachneurologie, Linz, Austria. .,Division of Social Psychiatry, Medical University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria.
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- Research Institute for Developmental Medicine, Johannes Kepler University Linz, Linz, Austria ,Konventhospital Barmherzige Brüder, Institut für Sinnes- und Sprachneurologie, Linz, Austria
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- Department of Sociology, Johannes Kepler University Linz, Linz, Austria
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- Konventhospital Barmherzige Brüder, Institut für Sinnes- und Sprachneurologie, Linz, Austria
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- Research Institute for Developmental Medicine, Johannes Kepler University Linz, Linz, Austria ,Konventhospital Barmherzige Brüder, Institut für Sinnes- und Sprachneurologie, Linz, Austria
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- Division of Developmental Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, Boston Children’s Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA USA
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- Research Institute for Developmental Medicine, Johannes Kepler University Linz, Linz, Austria ,Konventhospital Barmherzige Brüder, Institut für Sinnes- und Sprachneurologie, Linz, Austria ,Institute of Linguistics, Karl-Franzens University Graz, Graz, Austria
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Åker TH, Johnson MS. Interviewing alleged victims with mild and moderate intellectual disabilities and autism: A field study of police-investigated cases of physical and sexual abuse in a Norwegian national sample. JOURNAL OF INTELLECTUAL DISABILITY RESEARCH : JIDR 2020; 64:782-792. [PMID: 32840041 DOI: 10.1111/jir.12771] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/14/2020] [Revised: 08/10/2020] [Accepted: 08/11/2020] [Indexed: 06/11/2023]
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BACKGROUND People with intellectual disabilities (IDs) or autism are at great risk of being victims of physical and sexual abuse. This study uses transcriptions of real-life investigative interviews to examine the interview techniques (e.g. question type) used in investigative interviews of these groups of alleged victims. METHODS A national sample of transcribed investigative interviews (N = 96) of alleged victims with mild ID (n = 48, age 5-70 years old), moderate ID (n = 18, age 14-43 years old) and autism (n = 16, age 5-50 years old) was analysed. RESULTS The study shows a preponderance of alleged sexual offences (70.7%) and reveals that open-ended questions account for only 2.6% of the total number of questions asked. The interviewers relied heavily on yes/no (53.4%) and directive questions (32.2%). Suggestive questions (8.6%) were frequently used. CONCLUSIONS The use of question type varied considerably within and across the diagnostic group. The study reveals the need for a more in-depth analysis of variables that influence investigative interviews of people with cognitive impairments.
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- T H Åker
- Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Behavioural Sciences, OsloMet - Oslo Metropolitan University, Oslo, Norway
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- Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Behavioural Sciences, OsloMet - Oslo Metropolitan University, Oslo, Norway
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Ramsten C, Martin L, Dag M, Hammar LM. Information and communication technology use in daily life among young adults with mild-to-moderate intellectual disability. JOURNAL OF INTELLECTUAL DISABILITIES : JOID 2020; 24:289-308. [PMID: 30010467 DOI: 10.1177/1744629518784351] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/20/2023]
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BACKGROUND Information and communication technology (ICT) increases participation in life activities, and young adults are frequent users. Young adults with intellectual disability (ID) do not use ICT as much as their peers, and little is known about how ICT is used by young adults with ID. This study describes the use of ICT from the perspective of young adults with mild to moderate ID in a municipal social care context. METHOD Semi-structured interviews were used to collect information from 11 young adults with mild-to-moderate ID living in residential care and analysed using a content analysis. RESULTS ICT was used for family relationships, daily support, interactions based on interests and amusement, and as support for offline activities. Family members were important providers of support for ICT use. CONCLUSION Young adults with mild-to-moderate ID use ICT in their daily life. The social care context needs to be further investigated due to its influence on the young adults' access to ICT and need of support.
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Rendall M, MacMahon K, Kidd B. The Scottish police caution: do individuals with intellectual disabilities understand a verbally presented police caution, and can comprehension be improved? PSYCHIATRY, PSYCHOLOGY, AND LAW : AN INTERDISCIPLINARY JOURNAL OF THE AUSTRALIAN AND NEW ZEALAND ASSOCIATION OF PSYCHIATRY, PSYCHOLOGY AND LAW 2020; 28:50-69. [PMID: 34552379 PMCID: PMC8451640 DOI: 10.1080/13218719.2020.1767710] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
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This study considers comprehension of the Scottish police caution amongst people with an intellectual disability (n = 30). It applies techniques to the caution that are suggested to increase its 'listenability', to examine whether this could be a successful method of improving understanding. These techniques include providing instructions, further explanations and listing information. Half of the participants were assessed using the original version and half the modified version. Participants were assessed using an abbreviated IQ assessment, a measure of working memory and measure of state anxiety to consider potential predictors of performance. The modified version did not improve performance, with no participants judged to have adequate understanding in either version.
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- Michael Rendall
- Intellectual Disability Psychology Service, NHS Dumfries and Galloway, Dumfries, UK
- Section of Clinical and Health Psychology, School of Health in Social Science, University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, UK
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- Section of Clinical and Health Psychology, School of Health in Social Science, University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, UK
- Psychological Services, NHS Ayrshire & Arran, Irvine, UK
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- Intellectual Disability Psychology Service, NHS Dumfries and Galloway, Dumfries, UK
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Wilson NJ, Chen YW, Mahoney N, Buchanan A, Marks A, Cordier R. Experience sampling method and the everyday experiences of adults with intellectual disability: A feasibility study. JOURNAL OF APPLIED RESEARCH IN INTELLECTUAL DISABILITIES 2020; 33:1328-1339. [PMID: 32476225 DOI: 10.1111/jar.12753] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/08/2019] [Revised: 04/19/2020] [Accepted: 04/28/2020] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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BACKGROUND Experiences of people with intellectual disability are often reported by proxy, excluding the person's own perception. To assist people with intellectual disabilities ability to communicate their own experiences, the current study explored the feasibility, reliability and validity of experience sampling methods (ESMs) for people with intellectual disability. METHOD After a training session, 19 participants carried a mobile device for 7 consecutive days, answering a survey when prompted 7 times daily. Participants were interviewed at the end of data collection. RESULTS Excluding incomplete entries, the response rate was 33.8%, varying by living arrangement and employment. Split-half reliability and correlations among logically linked internal experiences demonstrated strong reliability and validity. Illustration of the context of responses supported face validity. Technological and content difficulties were discussed in interviews. CONCLUSIONS Experience sampling methods is feasible for some people with intellectual disability, providing valid and reliable information. Future research is needed to further improve feasibility.
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- Nathan J Wilson
- School of Nursing and Midwifery, Western Sydney University, Richmond, NSW, Australia
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- Faculty of Medicine and Health, The University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- School of Nursing and Midwifery, Western Sydney University, Richmond, NSW, Australia.,School of Occupational Therapy, Social Work and Speech Pathology, Curtin University, Perth, WA, Australia
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- Faculty of Health Sciences, School of Occupational Therapy, Social Work, and Speech Pathology, Curtin University, Perth, WA, Australia
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- School of Nursing and Midwifery, Western Sydney University, Richmond, NSW, Australia
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- Faculty of Health Sciences, School of Occupational Therapy, Social Work, and Speech Pathology, Curtin University, Perth, WA, Australia.,Faculty of Health and Life Sciences, Northumbria University, Newcastle Upon Tyne, UK
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Gray E. Examining the questionnaire on attitudes consistent with sexual offending. JOURNAL OF APPLIED RESEARCH IN INTELLECTUAL DISABILITIES 2019; 33:720-728. [PMID: 31465147 DOI: 10.1111/jar.12663] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/21/2018] [Revised: 05/03/2019] [Accepted: 08/06/2019] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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BACKGROUND The Questionnaire on Attitudes Consistent with Sexual Offending (QACSO) is an assessment developed by Lindsay, Whitefield, Carson, Broxholme and Steptoe (2004). The QACSO was designed to assess cognitive distortions relating to sexual offending in males with intellectual disabilities (ID). Cognitive distortions form part of the offence chain in sexual offending and as such require effective assessment and treatment. METHOD The QACSO manual and studies utilizing the QACSO were examined. RESULTS An overview of characteristics of the QACSO is outlined. The strengths and limitations of the measure are discussed, including validity and reliability of the measure and normative samples. CONCLUSIONS The QACSO is a valuable tool in assessing cognitive distortions in intellectual disability sexual offenders. Whilst there are some concerns about validity and reliability which it would be beneficial to address, overall the measure has utility in forensic practice and research, and is unique for being developed specifically for intellectual disability offenders.
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- Emma Gray
- Barnet, Enfield and Haringey Mental Health NHS Trust, London, UK
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Kirby AV, Dell'armo K, Persch AC. Differences in Youth and Parent Postsecondary Expectations for Youth with Disabilities. JOURNAL OF VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION 2019; 51:77-86. [PMID: 32189959 DOI: 10.3233/jvr-191027] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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BACKGROUND Parent expectations are known to be significant predictors of postsecondary outcomes among youth with disabilities. However, little is known about the relationship between parent and youth expectations and their differential prediction of postsecondary outcomes among youth with disabilities. OBJECTIVE To determine the relationship between parent and youth expectations among students with disabilities in the United States. METHODS Through analysis of the National Longitudinal Transition Study-2 (NLTS2), we compared wave two parent and youth expectations across disability categories (N=1,940) and explored the extent to which they predicted youth postsecondary outcomes. RESULTS We identified that parent and youth expectations are related but significantly different, with parents consistently holding less independent expectations than youth. Both parent and youth expectations were identified as significant predictors of postsecondary outcomes, with youth expectations more strongly predicting education and independent living outcomes, and parent expectations more strongly predicting employment and Social Security benefit outcomes. CONCLUSIONS Transition providers should work with parents and youth to develop collaborative goals and expectations to best support youth with disabilities for independent activities in adulthood.
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Overmars-Marx T, Thomése F, Meininger H. Neighbourhood social inclusion from the perspective of people with intellectual disabilities: Relevant themes identified with the use of photovoice. JOURNAL OF APPLIED RESEARCH IN INTELLECTUAL DISABILITIES 2018; 32:82-93. [PMID: 29974576 DOI: 10.1111/jar.12511] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/03/2017] [Revised: 05/30/2018] [Accepted: 06/05/2018] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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BACKGROUND Earlier studies show that to gain more understanding of the concept of social inclusion, the views and experiences of people with intellectual disabilities are needed. The aim of this study was to investigate their perspective on neighbourhood social inclusion from an ecological point of view. METHOD We carried out a photovoice study with 18 people with intellectual disabilities in three neighbourhoods in the Netherlands. Participants took photographs in their neighbourhood they considered relevant, and these photographs were discussed during an interview. RESULTS Six themes emerged from qualitative analysis: attractiveness of the neighbourhood, social contacts in the neighbourhood, activities in the neighbourhood, social roles in the neighbourhood, independence and public familiarity. CONCLUSIONS As regards neighbourhood social inclusion, participants were often focused on small and informal activities and situations. Public familiarity proved very important. Framing the concept of neighbourhood social inclusion within an ecological approach may help to better understand processes of social inclusion.
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Haddad F, Bourke J, Wong K, Leonard H. An investigation of the determinants of quality of life in adolescents and young adults with Down syndrome. PLoS One 2018; 13:e0197394. [PMID: 29897903 PMCID: PMC5999114 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0197394] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/10/2018] [Accepted: 05/01/2018] [Indexed: 12/18/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Young people with Down syndrome experience varying abilities in activities of daily living, cognitive functioning, behaviour and social skills. The aim of this research was to investigate, from a carer's perspective, the factors that influenced the quality of life of these young people. METHODS Families of young people with Down syndrome (n = 197), aged 16-31 years, living in Western Australia, took part in a questionnaire study regarding young person daily functioning, family characteristics, medical background and quality of life measured by the Kidscreen 27-item scale. Kidscreen-10 total score was used as an outcome in the investigation of determinants with higher scores indicating better quality of life. RESULTS After adjustment for confounders including carer's mental health measured by the Depression and Anxiety Scale (DASS), global impact of illness as well as impact of mental health and bowel conditions were all negatively associated with the young person's quality of life. Young people who had three or more friends had better quality of life than those with no friends. Scores were lower (reflecting poor quality of life) in individuals who had more behavioural problems but these relationships were attenuated after adjustment for confounders and DASS. CONCLUSIONS Overall, our findings revealed that quality of life of young people with Down syndrome was most negatively associated with burden of medical conditions, but also with lack of friendships. We were somewhat surprised to find the effect of medical problems on quality of life persisting into adolescence and adulthood where in general the burden of medical comorbidities is much less than in childhood.
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- Fatma Haddad
- University of Western Australia, Perth Western Australia, Australia
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- Telethon Kids Institute, University of Western Australia, Perth Western Australia, Australia
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- Telethon Kids Institute, University of Western Australia, Perth Western Australia, Australia
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- University of Western Australia, Perth Western Australia, Australia
- Telethon Kids Institute, University of Western Australia, Perth Western Australia, Australia
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Schwartz AE, Kramer JM, Longo AL. Patient-reported outcome measures for young people with developmental disabilities: incorporation of design features to reduce cognitive demands. Dev Med Child Neurol 2018; 60:173-184. [PMID: 29171008 PMCID: PMC5771952 DOI: 10.1111/dmcn.13617] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 10/11/2017] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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UNLABELLED Use of patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) may increase the involvement of young people with developmental disabilities in their healthcare decisions and healthcare-related research. Young people with developmental disabilities may have difficulty completing PROMs because of extraneous assessment demands that require additional cognitive processes. However, PROM design features may mitigate the impact of these demands. We identified and evaluated six pediatric PROMs of self-care and domestic life tasks for the incorporation of suggested design features that can reduce cognitive demands. PROMs incorporated an average of 6 out of 11 content, 7 out of 14 layout, and 2 out of 9 administration features. This critical review identified two primary gaps in PROM design: (1) examples and visuals were not optimized to reduce cognitive demands; and (2) administration features that support young people's motivation and self-efficacy and reduce frustration were underutilized. Because assessment demands impact the validity of PROMs, clinicians should prospectively consider the impact of these demands when selecting PROMs and interpreting scores. WHAT THIS PAPER ADDS Patient-reported outcome measure (PROM) design features can reduce assessment demands related to cognitive processes. Pediatric PROMs underutilize design features that decrease cognitive demands of self-reporting.
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- Ariel E. Schwartz
- PhD Program in Rehabilitation Sciences, Boston University, Boston, MA
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- Department of Occupational Therapy, Boston University, Boston, MA, USA
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- Department of Occupational Therapy, Boston University, Boston, MA, USA
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Kocman A, Weber G. Assessment of job satisfaction in people with intellectual disabilities: Towards best-practice recommendations. JOURNAL OF APPLIED RESEARCH IN INTELLECTUAL DISABILITIES 2017; 31:804-819. [PMID: 29282814 DOI: 10.1111/jar.12434] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 11/11/2017] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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BACKGROUND The current body of research on job satisfaction of people with intellectual disability is based on highly diverse measures, originating both from the general population and people with intellectual disability. This heterogeneity represents a possible confounder. Best-practice approaches for the assessment of job satisfaction are hence needed. METHOD Using systematic literature review, job satisfaction measures were identified and analyzed with regard to their applicability for people with intellectual disability. Identified best-practice measures (JDI/JIGS as well as RSM-WS) were subsequently applied in the course of a pilot study with 129 employees of sheltered workshops. Comprehension, reliability and validity were assessed. RESULTS The three identified instruments exhibit high reliability and validity. Comprehension was sufficient for JDI and JIGS but better for RSM-WS. CONCLUSIONS The JDI/JIGS represent a feasible measures of job satisfaction allowing for comparisons with the general population. In samples with more severe intellectual disabilities, the RSM-WS is preferable.
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- Andreas Kocman
- Department for Applied Psychology: Health, Development, Enhancement and Intervention, Faculty of Psychology, University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria
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- Department for Applied Psychology: Health, Development, Enhancement and Intervention, Faculty of Psychology, University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria
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Guàrdia-Olmos J, Carbó-Carreté M, Peró-Cebollero M, Giné C. Item response theory analysis applied to the Spanish version of the Personal Outcomes Scale. JOURNAL OF INTELLECTUAL DISABILITY RESEARCH : JIDR 2017; 61:1021-1033. [PMID: 28833804 DOI: 10.1111/jir.12407] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/10/2017] [Revised: 07/11/2017] [Accepted: 07/26/2017] [Indexed: 06/07/2023]
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BACKGROUND The study of measurements of quality of life (QoL) is one of the great challenges of modern psychology and psychometric approaches. This issue has greater importance when examining QoL in populations that were historically treated on the basis of their deficiency, and recently, the focus has shifted to what each person values and desires in their life, as in cases of people with intellectual disability (ID). Many studies of QoL scales applied in this area have attempted to improve the validity and reliability of their components by incorporating various sources of information to achieve consistency in the data obtained. The adaptation of the Personal Outcomes Scale (POS) in Spanish has shown excellent psychometric attributes, and its administration has three sources of information: self-assessment, practitioner and family. The study of possible congruence or incongruence of observed distributions of each item between sources is therefore essential to ensure a correct interpretation of the measure. The aim of this paper was to analyse the observed distribution of items and dimensions from the three Spanish POS information sources cited earlier, using the item response theory. METHOD We studied a sample of 529 people with ID and their respective practitioners and family member, and in each case, we analysed items and factors using Samejima's model of polytomic ordinal scales. RESULTS The results indicated an important number of items with differential effects regarding sources, and in some cases, they indicated significant differences in the distribution of items, factors and sources of information. CONCLUSIONS As a result of this analysis, we must affirm that the administration of the POS, considering three sources of information, was adequate overall, but a correct interpretation of the results requires that it obtain much more information to consider, as well as some specific items in specific dimensions. The overall ratings, if these comments are considered, could result in bias.
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- J Guàrdia-Olmos
- Faculty of Psychology, Institute for Brain, Cognition and Behaviour (IR3C), University of Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Faculty of Psychology, Education and Sport Sciences, Blanquerna, Ramon Llull University, Barcelona, Spain
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- Faculty of Psychology, Institute for Brain, Cognition and Behaviour (IR3C), University of Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Faculty of Psychology, Education and Sport Sciences, Blanquerna, Ramon Llull University, Barcelona, Spain
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de Knegt NC, Lobbezoo F, Schuengel C, Evenhuis HM, Scherder EJA. Pain and Cognitive Functioning in Adults with Down Syndrome. PAIN MEDICINE 2017; 18:1264-1277. [PMID: 28034975 DOI: 10.1093/pm/pnw280] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/21/2022]
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Objective The aim of the present study was to examine whether cognitive functioning (i.e., memory and executive functioning) is related to self-reported presence of pain (i.e., affirmative answer to the question whether the individual feels pain) and experience of pain (i.e., intensity and affect) in adults with Down syndrome (DS). Design, Setting, and Subjects Cross-sectional study of 224 adults with DS (mean age = 38.1 years, mild-severe intellectual disabilities) in the Netherlands. Methods File-based medical information was evaluated. Self-reported presence and experience of pain were assessed during a test session, both in rest and after movement (affect with the facial affective scale [FAS], intensity with the numeric rating scale [NRS]). Neuropsychological tests for memory and executive functioning were used. Results Participants with lower memory scores were more likely to report the presence of pain, while controlling for age, gender, physical conditions that may cause pain, language comprehension, and vocabulary ( p = .030, 58.4% classification rate, N = 154). No statistically significant associations were found between executive functioning and self-reported presence of pain or between cognitive functioning and self-reported pain experience. Conclusions Memory seems to be related to the self-reported presence of pain in adults with DS after explicit inquiry, although the clinical use of this model is yet limited. Therefore, further research is needed for insight into the role of cognitive processes in self-report (e.g., involving aspects such as acquiescence and repeated measurements) to evaluate whether neuropsychological examination could contribute to pain assessment in DS.
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- Nanda C de Knegt
- Department of Clinical Neuropsychology, VU University, Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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- MOVE Research Institute Amsterdam.,Department of Oral Kinesiology, Academic Center for Dentistry Amsterdam (ACTA), University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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- Department of Clinical Child and Family Studies.,EMGO+ Institute for Health and Care Research, VU University, Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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- Department of General Practice, Erasmus MC, University Medical Center, Rotterdam, the Netherlands
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- Department of Clinical Neuropsychology, VU University, Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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Clark L, Pett MA, Cardell EM, Guo JW, Johnson E. Developing a Health-Related Quality-of-Life Measure for People With Intellectual Disability. INTELLECTUAL AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES 2017; 55:140-153. [PMID: 28608771 DOI: 10.1352/1934-9556-55.3.140] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/07/2023]
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Using principles of community-based participatory research we developed a new theory-based measure of health-related quality of life (HRQOL) for individuals with intellectual disability (ID). We recruited adults with ID (n = 129) to take part in interviews and review successive versions of HRQOL items. Critical input about content and understandability shaped the items, as did input from four focus groups of parents/caregivers (n = 16) and representative stakeholders from community-based agencies (n = 7). The resulting HRQOL measure, called the HRQOL-IDD, contains 42 items. The response format depicts a gradient of fluid-filled cups ("none" to "full") to represent frequency of experience of each item on a 5-point scale.
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- Lauren Clark
- Lauren Clark, Marjorie A. Pett, Elizabeth M. Cardell, Jia-Wen Guo, and Erin Johnson, University of Utah
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- Lauren Clark, Marjorie A. Pett, Elizabeth M. Cardell, Jia-Wen Guo, and Erin Johnson, University of Utah
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- Lauren Clark, Marjorie A. Pett, Elizabeth M. Cardell, Jia-Wen Guo, and Erin Johnson, University of Utah
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- Lauren Clark, Marjorie A. Pett, Elizabeth M. Cardell, Jia-Wen Guo, and Erin Johnson, University of Utah
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- Lauren Clark, Marjorie A. Pett, Elizabeth M. Cardell, Jia-Wen Guo, and Erin Johnson, University of Utah
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Kassin SM. False confessions. WILEY INTERDISCIPLINARY REVIEWS. COGNITIVE SCIENCE 2017; 8. [PMID: 28485886 DOI: 10.1002/wcs.1439] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/14/2016] [Revised: 12/02/2016] [Accepted: 12/20/2016] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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As illustrated by numerous cases in recent years, DNA exonerations of innocent individuals have cast a spotlight on the counterintuitive problem of false confessions. Studying the underlying psychology scientists have found that (1) innocent people are often targeted for interrogation because police make erroneous but confident judgments of deception; (2) certain interrogation techniques-namely, lengthy sessions, presentations of false evidence, and minimization themes that imply leniency-increase the risk that innocent people will confess; (3) certain individuals are particularly vulnerable to influence-notably, those with mental health problems or intellectual impairments, which render them overly compliant or suggestible, and children and adolescents, who exhibit 'immaturity of judgment'; (4) confession evidence is highly persuasive in court as a matter of common sense, increasing perceptions of guilt, even among judges and juries who see the confession as coerced, and even at times when the confession is contradicted by exculpatory information; (5) Miranda rights to silence and to counsel are not sufficiently protective, so proposals for reform have centered on the mandatory recording of interrogations, from start to finish, and a shift toward using investigative interviewing-a less confrontational, less deceptive means of questioning suspects. WIREs Cogn Sci 2017, 8:e1439. doi: 10.1002/wcs.1439 For further resources related to this article, please visit the WIREs website.
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- Saul M Kassin
- Department of Psychology, John Jay College of Criminal Justice, New York, NY, USA
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Kramer JM, Schwartz A. Reducing Barriers to Patient-Reported Outcome Measures for People With Cognitive Impairments. Arch Phys Med Rehabil 2017; 98:1705-1715. [PMID: 28400180 DOI: 10.1016/j.apmr.2017.03.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 36] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/03/2016] [Revised: 02/28/2017] [Accepted: 03/22/2017] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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The field of rehabilitation has increasingly called for the use of patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) in research and practice. Given that many rehabilitation patients present with conditions associated with cognitive impairments, it is imperative to reduce barriers to PROM use for this population. The purpose of this article is to develop a comprehensive understanding of cognitive accessibility that can prospectively inform the design of PROMs. We put forth the following definition of cognitive accessibility for PROMs: cognitive accessibility is present when assessment design anticipates respondent variability in cognitive abilities and, to the greatest extent possible, reduces cognitive demands and/or supports cognitive processes to enable respondents with a range of cognitive abilities to interpret and respond to assessment items as intended. Our operationalization of cognitive accessibility in measurement in the field of rehabilitation is informed by 2 assumptions: (1) cognitive accessibility results from an interaction between the individual's capacities and the demands of the assessment and assessment context, and (2) individuals with cognitive impairments have the right to be involved in decisions about their lives, including health care decisions. This article proposes 3 design features that can be optimized for cognitive accessibility: content, layout, and administration procedures. We end with a discussion of next steps that the field of rehabilitation measurement can undertake to advance our understanding of cognitive accessibility.
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- Jessica M Kramer
- Department of Occupational Therapy, Boston University, Boston, MA.
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- PhD Program in Rehabilitation Sciences, Boston University, Boston, MA
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Pacoricona Alfaro DL, Ehlinger V, Spilka S, Ross J, Sentenac M, Godeau E. Alcohol, tobacco and cannabis use: Do students with mild-intellectual disability mimic students in the general population? RESEARCH IN DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES 2017; 63:118-131. [PMID: 27793551 DOI: 10.1016/j.ridd.2016.10.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/30/2015] [Revised: 10/18/2016] [Accepted: 10/18/2016] [Indexed: 06/06/2023]
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Education policies encourage inclusion of students with mild-intellectual disability (mild-ID) in community/school life. However, such policies potentially increase exposure to substance use. This article examines tobacco, alcohol and cannabis use among French students enrolled in special units for students with disabilities (ULIS) at mainstream junior high schools compared to those of general population of the equivalent age; and explores factors associated with substance use among ULIS students, known to present mostly mild-ID. In 2014, a questionnaire adapted from the international HBSC/WHO study was administered to 700 ULIS students (mean-age 14.2). Comparative data were gathered from 7023 junior high-school students (mean-age 13.6) in the general population. Among students <14 years-old, tobacco and alcohol use rates were similar between ULIS and general population. For students ≥14, alcohol use remained comparable, while tobacco and cannabis use were higher in general population. Among ULIS students, low perceived health/life satisfaction, divorced/separated parents and high perceived academic demands were associated with tobacco use. Bullying, not liking school very much and attending schools outside a deprived area were associated with alcohol use. Having had sexual intercourse and not perceiving one's health as excellent were associated with cannabis use. Having dated was associated with using all three substances.
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- Observatoire Français des Drogues et des Toxicomanies (OFDT), Saint Denis, France; Inserm U1178, Paris, France
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- Association pour le développement d'HBSC, Toulouse, France
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- Inserm UMR1027-Université Paul Sabatier, Toulouse, France; Institute for Health and Social Policy, McGill University, Montreal, Canada
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- Inserm UMR1027-Université Paul Sabatier, Toulouse, France; Association pour le développement d'HBSC, Toulouse, France; Service médical du rectorat de Toulouse, France.
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Swerts C, Vandevelde S, VanDerNagel JEL, Vanderplasschen W, Claes C, De Maeyer J. Substance use among individuals with intellectual disabilities living independently in Flanders. RESEARCH IN DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES 2017; 63:107-117. [PMID: 27061044 DOI: 10.1016/j.ridd.2016.03.019] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/04/2015] [Revised: 03/29/2016] [Accepted: 03/30/2016] [Indexed: 06/05/2023]
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BACKGROUND Over the past decades, there has been increased scientific and clinical interest in substance use among individuals with intellectual disabilities (ID). Despite raised interest and awareness in the topic, lack of supportive data on prevalence and risk factors highlights the need for ongoing research. The aims of this cross-sectional multicenter study were to examine the nature and extent of substance use in individuals with ID living independently, to investigate group differences in substance use and related problems, and to explore the role of substance-related knowledge and attitudes in substance use behaviors. METHOD Participants were 123 individuals with mild to moderate ID receiving support from independent living services. Data were gathered by means of a structured interview strategy (i.e. the Substance Use and Misuse in Intellectual Disability-Questionnaire; SumID-Q). RESULTS Findings revealed that rates of lifetime use of licit and illicit substances were higher than those found in earlier studies among individuals with ID and the general population. While cannabis use was the only illicit substance reported, current tobacco and alcohol use were shown to be highly prevalent (48%-45.5%). Rates for the latter were similar to earlier studies among community samples of individuals with ID. In contrast to our hypotheses, few group differences in substance use behaviors were observed. Male gender was associated with age of onset of alcohol and tobacco use and tobacco use-related problems, while younger age was found to be associated with lifetime use of cannabis. No evidence was found regarding the role of knowledge; however, smokers and alcohol users rated tobacco and alcohol use more positively. CONCLUSION This study demonstrated that individuals with ID living independently use a wide range of licit and illicit substances and present divergent levels and patterns of substance use. Notwithstanding the role of personal choice in substance use, more research is needed to better understand the nature and extent of substance use and related problems, as well as the role of substance-related knowledge and attitudes in individuals with ID.
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- Chris Swerts
- University College Ghent, Faculty of Education, Health and Social Work, Department of Orthopedagogy-Special Education, Centre of Expertise E-QUAL, Valentin Vaerwyckweg 1, 9000 Ghent, Belgium.
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- Ghent University, Department of Special Needs Education, Henri Dunantlaan 2, 9000 Ghent, Belgium
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- Tactus Addiction Treatment, Raiffeisenstraat 75, 7514 AM Enschede, The Netherlands; Nijmegen Institute for Scientist-Practitioners in Addiction, Radboud University Nijmegen, P.O. Box 6909, 6503 GK Nijmegen, The Netherlands; Aveleijn, Grotestraat 260, 7622 GW Borne, The Netherlands
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- Ghent University, Department of Special Needs Education, Henri Dunantlaan 2, 9000 Ghent, Belgium
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- University College Ghent, Faculty of Education, Health and Social Work, Department of Orthopedagogy-Special Education, Centre of Expertise E-QUAL, Valentin Vaerwyckweg 1, 9000 Ghent, Belgium; Ghent University, Department of Special Needs Education, Henri Dunantlaan 2, 9000 Ghent, Belgium
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- University College Ghent, Faculty of Education, Health and Social Work, Department of Orthopedagogy-Special Education, Centre of Expertise E-QUAL, Valentin Vaerwyckweg 1, 9000 Ghent, Belgium
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Tint A, Thomson K, Weiss JA. A systematic literature review of the physical and psychosocial correlates of Special Olympics participation among individuals with intellectual disability. JOURNAL OF INTELLECTUAL DISABILITY RESEARCH : JIDR 2017; 61:301-324. [PMID: 27231146 DOI: 10.1111/jir.12295] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/12/2015] [Revised: 04/01/2016] [Accepted: 04/01/2016] [Indexed: 06/05/2023]
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BACKGROUND Special Olympics (SO) is commonly cited to play an important role in the lives of individuals with intellectual disabilities (ID). The purpose of the current review was to (a) synthesise key findings regarding the physical, psychological/emotional, social and/or intellectual/cognitive correlates of SO participation for individuals with ID and (b) highlight limitations in the extant research as well as directions for future research. METHOD A systematic review of electronic databases was undertaken. A total of 46 articles were confirmed to meet study criteria. Quality assessments of included studies were conducted using checklists from the Scottish Intercollegiate Guidelines Network methodology checklists (SIGN 50; SIGN 2008). RESULTS There was a larger amount of support for physical, psychological/emotional and social outcomes as compared with cognitive/intellectual outcomes; however, many studies were confounded by measurement difficulties, sampling procedures and a lack of replicable methods, which hinder generalisation of results. CONCLUSIONS This review highlights the need for a continued critical focus on SO programme evaluation research with more rigorous and replicable methods.
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- A Tint
- Department of Psychology, York University, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- Centre for Applied Disability Studies, Brock University, St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada
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- Department of Psychology, York University, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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Overmars-Marx T, Thomése F, Moonen X. Photovoice in research involving people with intellectual disabilities: A guided photovoice approach as an alternative. JOURNAL OF APPLIED RESEARCH IN INTELLECTUAL DISABILITIES 2017; 31:e92-e104. [DOI: 10.1111/jar.12329] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 11/28/2016] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Kocman A, Weber G. Job Satisfaction, Quality of Work Life and Work Motivation in Employees with Intellectual Disability: A Systematic Review. JOURNAL OF APPLIED RESEARCH IN INTELLECTUAL DISABILITIES 2016; 31:1-22. [PMID: 28000421 DOI: 10.1111/jar.12319] [Citation(s) in RCA: 39] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 10/23/2016] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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BACKGROUND Current research on employment options for people with Intellectual Disability emphasizes the importance of employee needs and satisfaction. The study aims at systematically reviewing the literature on job satisfaction and related constructs. METHODS A systematic literature search was conducted. Studies were included if (i) they are specific to effects of work, (ii) assessed variables are related to job satisfaction, QoWL, attitudes towards work or work motivation and if (iii) studies reported intellectual disability-specific results. Twenty-three studies met the inclusion criteria. Findings were classified according to the socio-cognitive model of job satisfaction. RESULTS Current literature suggests high job satisfaction in people with intellectual disability. Predictors of job satisfaction are similar to people without disabilities, albeit the importance of factors differs. CONCLUSIONS Stronger consideration of well-established theories and measures from organizational psychology would enhance future research. Findings indicate that high satisfaction ratings might result from lack of control over vocational decisions.
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- Andreas Kocman
- Department for Applied Psychology: Health, Development, Enhancement and Intervention, Faculty of Psychology, University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria
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- Department for Applied Psychology: Health, Development, Enhancement and Intervention, Faculty of Psychology, University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria
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Turnpenny A, Caiels J, Whelton B, Richardson L, Beadle-Brown J, Crowther T, Forder J, Apps J, Rand S. Developing an Easy Read Version of the Adult Social Care Outcomes Toolkit (ASCOT). JOURNAL OF APPLIED RESEARCH IN INTELLECTUAL DISABILITIES 2016; 31:e36-e48. [PMID: 27778469 DOI: 10.1111/jar.12294] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 09/26/2016] [Indexed: 12/01/2022]
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BACKGROUND This study reports the experiences of developing and pre-testing an Easy Read version of the Adult Social Care Outcomes Toolkit (ASCOT) for self-report by people with intellectual disabilities. METHODS The study has combined survey development and pre-testing methods with approaches to create accessible information for people with intellectual disabilities. A working group assisted researchers in identifying appropriate question formats, pictures and wording. Focus groups and cognitive interviews were conducted to test various iterations of the instrument. RESULTS Substantial changes were made to the questionnaire, which included changes to illustrations, the wording of question stems and response options. CONCLUSIONS The process demonstrated the benefits of involving people with intellectual disabilities in the design and testing of data collection instruments. Adequately adapted questionnaires can be useful tools to collect information from people with intellectual disabilities in survey research; however, its limitations must be recognized.
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- Personal Social Services Research Unit, University of Kent, Canterbury, UK
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- Personal Social Services Research Unit, University of Kent, Canterbury, UK
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- Canterbury Christ Church University, Canterbury, UK
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- Personal Social Services Research Unit, University of Kent, Canterbury, UK
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Mastebroek M, Naaldenberg J, van den Driessen Mareeuw FA, Lagro-Janssen ALM, van Schrojenstein Lantman-de Valk HMJ. Experiences of patients with intellectual disabilities and carers in GP health information exchanges: a qualitative study. Fam Pract 2016; 33:543-50. [PMID: 27406944 DOI: 10.1093/fampra/cmw057] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/14/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Accurate health information exchange (HIE) is pivotal for good quality of care. However, patients with intellectual disabilities (ID) face challenges in processing and exchanging health information around GP consultations. Knowledge of HIE barriers and facilitators, including the roles of carers, may help to improve GP care for people with ID. OBJECTIVE To gain more insight into HIE barriers and facilitators for ID patients in GP care. METHODS A qualitative study exploring GP consultation experiences of people with ID (n = 35), professional carers (n = 20) and relatives (n = 15). Transcripts from interviews and focus groups were analyzed using a framework analysis approach. RESULTS Analyses resulted in four themes: (i) Recognizing patient health needs; (ii) Impaired doctor-patient communication; (iii) Carers' mediating roles during consultations; and (iv) Patients' autonomy and self-determination. Barriers related to communication skills, lack of time, continuity of carers and physicians, information alignment between relative or professional carer and the GP, and information transfer and recording within the patient network. Facilitating factors related mainly to carer interventions, personal connections with patients and GP communication with patients and carers outside the consultation. CONCLUSION There is considerable HIE potential in patients themselves, as well as in their network, although many barriers have to be overcome to profit from this. GP practices are recommended to adjust consultations and communication practices and to facilitate deployment of the patient's network, while still considering patient autonomy.
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- Mathilde Mastebroek
- Department of Primary and Community Care, Radboud University Medical Center, Nijmegen, the Netherlands.
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- Department of Primary and Community Care, Radboud University Medical Center, Nijmegen, the Netherlands
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- Department of Primary and Community Care, Radboud University Medical Center, Nijmegen, the Netherlands
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Uttaro T, Leahy V, González A, Henri WF. Effect of Type of Survey Administrator on Consumer Assessment of Care. Psychol Rep 2016; 94:1279-82. [PMID: 15362405 DOI: 10.2466/pr0.94.3c.1279-1282] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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This study evaluated the possible effects of peer, unit staff, and quality management staff survey administrators on item means of the inpatient version of the Consumer Assessment of Care, a 14-item mental health service satisfaction survey developed by the New York State Office of Mental Health and administered at South Beach Psychiatric Center. Of 511 inpatients who completed the survey, 215 were administered by unit staff, 156 by consumers, and 140 by quality management staff. Each subgroup used a mixed-mode administration method for consecutive 6-mo. periods. Reliability and factor analysis indicated the survey was psychometrically robust. Item means for the types of administrator were significantly different. Tukey HSD multiple-comparisons indicated that item means were significantly higher for unit staff administrators than peer and quality management staff administrators, which did not differ from each other. Response set, acquiescence, or socially desirable responding may elicit higher item means for unit staff administrators.
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- Thomas Uttaro
- South Beach Psychiatric Center, New York State Office of Mental Health, Staten Island, 10305, USA.
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Emond Pelletier J, Joussemet M. The Benefits of Supporting the Autonomy of Individuals with Mild Intellectual Disabilities: An Experimental Study. JOURNAL OF APPLIED RESEARCH IN INTELLECTUAL DISABILITIES 2016; 30:830-846. [DOI: 10.1111/jar.12274] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 06/21/2016] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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- Julie Emond Pelletier
- Department of Psychology; Université de Montréal, Pavillon Marie-Victorin C. P. 6128, Succursale Centre-ville, Montréal; (Québec) H3C 3J7 Canada
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- Department of Psychology; Université de Montréal, Pavillon Marie-Victorin C. P. 6128, Succursale Centre-ville, Montréal; (Québec) H3C 3J7 Canada
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Mattila J, Määttä K, Uusiautti S. ‘Everyone needs love’ – an interview study about perceptions of love in people with intellectual disability (ID). INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ADOLESCENCE AND YOUTH 2016. [DOI: 10.1080/02673843.2016.1167749] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/22/2022] Open
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- Jenni Mattila
- Faculty of Education, University of Lapland, Rovaniemi, Finland
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- Faculty of Education, University of Lapland, Rovaniemi, Finland
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- Faculty of Education, University of Lapland, Rovaniemi, Finland
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Spassiani NA, Sawyer AR, Chacra MSA, Koch K, Muñoz YA, Lunsky Y. "Teaches People That I'm More Than a Disability": Using Nominal Group Technique in Patient-Oriented Research for People With Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. INTELLECTUAL AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES 2016; 54:112-122. [PMID: 27028253 DOI: 10.1352/1934-9556-54.2.112] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/05/2023]
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Individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) have complex healthcare needs, which are often unmet. Nominal group technique (NGT) uses a mixed-methods approach, which may engage the IDD population in the research process in a person-centered manner and address the shortcomings of traditional research methods with this population. NGT was used with a group of 10 self-advocates to evaluate a series of healthcare tools created by and for individuals with IDD. Participants provided helpful input about the strengths of these tools and suggestions to improve them. NGT was found to be an effective way to engage all participants in the research process.
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- Natasha A Spassiani
- Natasha A. Spassiani, Department of Psychiatry, University of Toronto, Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH), Toronto, Canada
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- Amanda R. Sawyer, Megan S. Abou Chacra, Kimberley Koch, Yasmin A. Muñoz, and Yona Lunsky, Centre for Addiction and Mental Health, University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada
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- Amanda R. Sawyer, Megan S. Abou Chacra, Kimberley Koch, Yasmin A. Muñoz, and Yona Lunsky, Centre for Addiction and Mental Health, University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada
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- Amanda R. Sawyer, Megan S. Abou Chacra, Kimberley Koch, Yasmin A. Muñoz, and Yona Lunsky, Centre for Addiction and Mental Health, University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada
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- Amanda R. Sawyer, Megan S. Abou Chacra, Kimberley Koch, Yasmin A. Muñoz, and Yona Lunsky, Centre for Addiction and Mental Health, University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada
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- Amanda R. Sawyer, Megan S. Abou Chacra, Kimberley Koch, Yasmin A. Muñoz, and Yona Lunsky, Centre for Addiction and Mental Health, University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada
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People with special health care needs (PSHCN) often have difficulty communicating with providers in health care settings, including dental practices. This difficulty can affect access to care as well as the quality of care received. This article provides practical tips and tools dental professionals can use to facilitate communication for a diverse population of PSHCNs. The article discusses communication needs of patients with communication disorders; augmentative and alternative communication; and communication for patients with intellectual disability, psychiatric conditions; and dental fears. Examples are given of communication breakdowns, and descriptions of how communication challenges can be resolved.
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- Kimberly M Espinoza
- Dental Education in the Care of Persons with Disabilities Program, Department of Oral Medicine, University of Washington School of Dentistry, 1959 Northeast Pacific Street, Seattle, WA 98195, USA.
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- Department of Oral Health Sciences, University of Washington School of Dentistry, 1959 Northeast Pacific Street, Seattle, WA 98195, USA
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Pruijssers A, van Meijel B, Maaskant M, Teerenstra S, van Achterberg T. The Diagnostic Guideline for Anxiety and Challenging Behaviour for Persons with Intellectual Disabilities: Preliminary Outcomes on Internalizing Problems, Challenging Behaviours, Quality of Life and Clients' Satisfaction. JOURNAL OF APPLIED RESEARCH IN INTELLECTUAL DISABILITIES 2016; 30:242-254. [PMID: 26810713 DOI: 10.1111/jar.12235] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 11/26/2015] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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BACKGROUND People with intellectual disabilities are vulnerable to develop psychopathology (in particular anxiety) and related challenging behaviour. A diagnostic guideline was developed to support professionals to better diagnose and thus treat psychopathology and related CB. This study examined preliminary outcomes from the application of this guideline. METHOD A comparative multiple case study with an experimental and a control condition. RESULTS The application of the guideline showed a trend of decreases of internalizing problems (P = 0.07) and anxiety/depressed problems (P = 0.09). We found no statistically significant decreases of externalizing problems and no increases in perceived quality of life as compared with care as usual. Clients were not more satisfied with the support they received for coping with their emotional and behaviour problems. CONCLUSION The application of the Diagnostic Guideline for Anxiety and Challenging Behaviour did not show statistically significant changes in externalizing problems and Quality of Life. Despite the small sample size of n = 59, we did find a trend in decreasing internalizing problems and anxiety/depressed problems. Further research into either or not confirming these trends is recommended.
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- Addy Pruijssers
- Research Group Mental Health Nursing, Department of Health, Sports & Welfare/Cluster Nursing, Inholland University for Applied Sciences, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.,Esdégé-Reigersdaal (a service provider for people with (intellectual) disabilities), Broek op Langedijk, The Netherlands.,Inholland University, Alkmaar, The Netherlands
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- Research Group Mental Health Nursing, Department of Health, Sports & Welfare/Cluster Nursing, Inholland University for Applied Sciences, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.,Inholland University, Alkmaar, The Netherlands.,Department of Psychiatry, VU University Medical Center, EMGO Institute for Health and Care Research, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.,Parnassia Academy, Parnassia Psychiatric Institute, The Hague, The Netherlands
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- Department of Health Services Research, Maastricht University, The Netherlands.,Stichting Pergamijn (service provider for people with intellectual disabilities), Echt, The Netherlands
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- Section Biostatistics, Department for Health Evidence, Radboud University Medical Center, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
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- Quality of Care, Centre for Health Services and Nursing Research, KU Leuven, Leuven, Belgium.,Scientific Institute for Quality of Healthcare, Radboud University Medical Centre, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
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