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Direct linkLouise D. Denne; Gwenllian Moody; Elinor Coulman; David Gillespie; Kate Ingarfield; Nicholas Manktelow; Corinna F. Grindle; J. Carl Hughes; Zac Taylor; Richard P. Hastings – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2025
Background: There is a paucity of research into interventions that help people with intellectual disabilities learn to read. This feasibility study examines whether an online reading programme, Headsprout, with additional support strategies and supervision (the intervention), can be delivered by support workers/family carers and the feasibility of…
Descriptors: Reading Skills, Reading Instruction, Intellectual Disability, Online Courses
Windsor, Catriona; Zhang, Tingwei; Wilson, Nathan J.; Blyth, Katrina; Ballentine, Natalie; Speyer, Renée – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2023
Background: Evidence-based interventions are essential for school-aged children with intellectual disabilities to facilitate development and promote future independence. Methods: Using a PRISMA approach, systematic screening of five databases was undertaken. Original randomised controlled studies with psychosocial-behavioural interventions were…
Descriptors: Intervention, Elementary School Students, Intellectual Disability, Students with Disabilities
Mulhall, Peter; Taggart, Laurence; McAloon, Toni; Coates, Vivien – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2021
Background: Globally, conducting randomised controlled trials can be a complex endeavour. The complexity increases when including participants with cognitive or intellectual disabilities. A fuller understanding of the barriers and challenges that can be expected in such trials may help researchers to make their trials more inclusive for people…
Descriptors: Randomized Controlled Trials, Adults, Intellectual Disability, Expertise
Jones, Jessica; Blinkhorn, Ashleigh; McQueen, Meg; Hewett, Laura; Mills-Rogers, Mary-Jane; Hall, Layla; Althagafi, Lujain; Hudson, Chloe; Gierc, Madelaine; Wright, Kristyn; Goettl, Hannah; Keogh-Lim, Daniel; Rischke-Peddle, Alexis; Ayub, Muhammad – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2021
Introduction: Preliminary evidence suggests dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT) may be beneficial for persons with intellectual disabilities. This pilot randomized controlled trial aimed to determine the feasibility of adapted DBT for adults with intellectual disabilities and co-morbid psychiatric disorders in the community. Methods: An adapted…
Descriptors: Behavior Modification, Adults, Intellectual Disability, Developmental Disabilities
Harris, Leanne; McGarty, Arlene M.; Hilgenkamp, Thessa; Mitchell, Fiona; Melville, Craig A. – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2019
Background: The purpose of this study was to investigate the patterns of objectively measured sedentary behaviour in adults with intellectual disabilities. Methods: Baseline accelerometer data were pooled from two randomized controlled trials of lifestyle behaviour change programmes for adults with intellectual disabilities. Patterns of sedentary…
Descriptors: Physical Activities, Physical Activity Level, Health Behavior, Adults
Borji, Rihab; Sahli, Sonia; Baccouch, Rym; Laatar, Rabeb; Kachouri, Hiba; Rebai, Haithem – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2018
Background: This study aimed to compare the effectiveness of a hopping and jumping training programme (HJP) versus a sensorimotor rehabilitation programme (SRP) on postural performances in children with intellectual disability. Methods: Three groups of children with intellectual disability participated in the study: the HJP group, the SRP group…
Descriptors: Intellectual Disability, Children, Randomized Controlled Trials, Psychomotor Skills
Ptomey, Lauren T.; Saunders, Richard R.; Saunders, Muriel; Washburn, Richard A.; Mayo, Matthew S.; Sullivan, Debra K.; Gibson, Cheryl A.; Goetz, Jeannine R.; Honas, Jeff J.; Willis, Erik A.; Danon, Jessica C.; Krebill, Ron; Donnelly, Joseph E. – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2018
Background: The prevalence of obesity among individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) is equal to or greater than the general population. Methods: Overweight/obese adults (BMI =25 kg/m2) with mild-to-moderate intellectual and developmental disabilities were randomized to an enhanced stop light diet…
Descriptors: Body Weight, Adults, Developmental Disabilities, Randomized Controlled Trials
Hodgson, Anna R.; Grahame, Victoria; Garland, Deborah; Gaultier, Fiona; Lecouturier, Jan; Le Couteur, Ann – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2018
Background: Early intervention for autism spectrum disorder (ASD) tends to focus on enhancing social communication skills. We report data collected via focus group discussions as part of a feasibility and acceptability pilot randomized controlled trial (RCT) about a new parent group intervention to manage restricted and repetitive behaviours (RRB)…
Descriptors: Parent Attitudes, Early Intervention, Pervasive Developmental Disorders, Autism
McPherson, Lyn; Ware, Robert S.; Carrington, Suzanne; Lennox, Nicholas – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2017
Background: Adolescents with intellectual disability have high levels of unrecognized disease and inadequate health screening/promotion which might be addressed by improving health advocacy skills. Methods: A parallel-group cluster randomized controlled trial was conducted to investigate whether a health intervention package, consisting of…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Intellectual Disability, Self Determination, Health Promotion
Crook, Nicola; Adams, Malcolm; Shorten, Nicola; Langdon, Peter E. – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2016
Background: This study investigated whether a personalized life story book and rummage box enhanced well-being and led to changes in behaviour for people with Down syndrome (DS) who have dementia. Materials and Methods: A randomized single case series design was used with five participants who had DS and a diagnosis of dementia. Participants were…
Descriptors: Teaching Methods, Behavior Change, Down Syndrome, Dementia
Kouimtsidis, Christos; Scior, Katrina; Baio, Gianluca; Hunter, Rachael; Pezzoni, Vittoria; Hassiotis, Angela – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2017
Background: Extended brief interventions for alcohol misuse are effective in the general population. The process of manualising the first ever such intervention for people with mild to moderate intellectual disabilities in the UK is the focus of this study. Methods: The manual was an adaptation of existing manuals based on Motivational Enhancement…
Descriptors: Mild Intellectual Disability, Moderate Intellectual Disability, Alcohol Abuse, Intervention
Hodes, Marja W.; Meppelder, Marieke; Moor, Marleen; Kef, Sabina; Schuengel, Carlo – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2017
Background: Adapted parenting support may alleviate the high levels of parenting stress experienced by many parents with intellectual disabilities. Methods: Parents with mild intellectual disabilities or borderline intellectual functioning were randomized to experimental (n = 43) and control (n = 42) conditions. Parents in both groups received…
Descriptors: Intellectual Disability, Child Rearing, Parents with Disabilities, Randomized Controlled Trials
Feldman, Maurice A.; Owen, Frances; Andrews, Amy E.; Tahir, Munazza; Barber, Rachel; Griffiths, Dorothy – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2016
Background: Persons with intellectual disabilities (ID) experience a wide range of health problems. Research is needed on teaching persons with intellectual disabilities about their health to promote self-advocacy. This study used a RCT to evaluate a health knowledge training program for adults with intellectual disabilities and verbal skills.…
Descriptors: Randomized Controlled Trials, Intellectual Disability, Health Education, Program Evaluation
