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The Impact of Mindfulness Interventions for Staff on the Care, Treatment, and Experiences of People with Intellectual Disabilities: A Systematic Review
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Sturgeon, Michaela – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2023
Background: Mindfulness interventions have been shown to ameliorate stress in support staff working with people with intellectual disabilities. This review aimed to explore what impact mindfulness interventions for staff have on their care and support behaviours, and on the experiences of people with intellectual disabilities receiving support.…
Descriptors: Metacognition, Intervention, Intellectual Disability, Stress Variables
The Impact of Menopause on the Mental Health of Women with an Intellectual Disability: A Scoping Review
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Stephanie Corrigan; Mary McCarron; Philip McCallion; Éilish Burke – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2025
Background: Negative mental health implications of menopause found in the general population, combined with high rates of mental health conditions found in women with intellectual disabilities, provide rationale to examine the existing literature to determine the impact of menopause on women with intellectual disabilities. Methods: The review was…
Descriptors: Adults, Females, Intellectual Disability, Aging (Individuals)
Conducting Theory-Based Qualitative Interviews with Adults with Intellectual Disabilities and Their Carers: Adaptations to Facilitate Participation
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Bains, Kiran K.; Turnbull, Triece – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2022
Background: Adults with mild-moderate intellectual disabilities have difficulties in accessing traditional evidence-based health promotion initiatives despite experiencing health disparities; yet there are few studies with this group and their carers exploring how their needs can be met. Method: This study adapted a behaviour change theory-based…
Descriptors: Evidence Based Practice, Health Promotion, Adults, Intellectual Disability
Making Physical Activity Fun and Accessible to Adults with Intellectual Disabilities: A Pilot Study of a Gamification Intervention
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Stéphanie Turgeon; Alexandra MacKenzie; Charles Sebiyo Batcho; Jason D'Amour – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2024
Background: Only about 9% of individuals with intellectual disabilities reach the government's physical activity (PA) recommendations. Combining gamification and technology seems particularly promising in overcoming personal and environmental barriers to PA participation. Method: Eighteen adults with varying levels of intellectual disabilities…
Descriptors: Physical Activities, Gamification, Intellectual Disability, Physical Activity Level
Adapting Psychological Interventions for People with Severe and Profound Intellectual Disabilities: A Behavioural Activation Exemplar
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Andrew Jahoda; Dave Dagnan; Richard Hastings; Amanda Gillooly; Jenny Miller; Susie Baines; Chris Hatton – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2024
Background: People with severe to profound intellectual disabilities experience similar or higher levels of depression than those with more mild intellectual disabilities. Yet, there is an absence of evidence about how to adapt existing psychological therapies for this population. Method: A behavioural activation intervention (BeatIt) for people…
Descriptors: Intellectual Disability, Severe Intellectual Disability, Depression (Psychology), Intervention
Interventions for Acceptance and Inclusion of People with Intellectual Disability: A Systematic Review
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Kármán, Bianka; Szekeres, Ágota; Papp, Gabriella – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2022
Background: The inclusion of people with intellectual disabilities is limited due to a high prevalence of prejudice towards this population. We reviewed studies to identify the most effective intervention methods that focus on acceptance of people with intellectual disabilities. Method: A literature review was conducted using several…
Descriptors: Inclusion, Intellectual Disability, Social Bias, Attitudes toward Disabilities
Use of Behaviour Change Techniques by Direct Support Professionals to Support Healthy Lifestyle Behaviour for People with Moderate to Profound Intellectual Disabilities
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Overwijk, Annelies; van der Putten, Annette A. J.; van der Schans, Cees P.; Willems, Mariël; Hilgenkamp, Thessa I. M.; Waninge, Aly – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2021
Background: Behaviour change techniques (BCTs) can be employed to support a healthy lifestyle for people with intellectual disabilities. The aim of this study is to determine whether and which BCTs are used by direct support professionals (DSPs) for supporting healthy lifestyle behaviour of people with moderate to profound intellectual…
Descriptors: Behavior Modification, Behavior Change, Health Promotion, Moderate Intellectual Disability
Introducing a Nutritional App in Supervised Residences for Independent Living: Experiences of Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities and Their Caregivers
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Janson, Astri Letnes; Moen, Anne; Aure, Caroline Farsjø – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2021
Background: Dietary challenges are common among individuals with intellectual disability residing in supervised living in Norway, and this is a major risk factor for health problems. The aim of this study was to explore feasibility of the nutrition tablet app APPetitus, among persons with intellectual disability and their formal caregivers.…
Descriptors: Nutrition, Dietetics, Computer Oriented Programs, Handheld Devices