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Fynn, Gabrielle; Porter, Melanie; Pellicano, Elizabeth – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2023
Background: Children with intellectual disability are at greater risk of developing anxiety than the general population. Limited research has examined the challenges associated with recognising and responding to anxiety in children with intellectual disability, and its perceived impact. Aim: This study aimed to explore anxiety in children with…
Descriptors: Intellectual Disability, Preadolescents, Adolescents, Anxiety
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Ariel Schwartz; E. Sally Rogers – Journal of Mental Health Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2024
Background: Young adults (YA) with intellectual/developmental disabilities and co-occurring mental health conditions (MH) are underemployed. One reason may be a lack of accommodations that mitigate the impact of MH challenges at work. We explored common workplace MH impacts and supportive accommodations. Methods: Interviews with YA with…
Descriptors: Mental Health, Symptoms (Individual Disorders), Work Environment, Accessibility (for Disabled)
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Sommerstad, Heidi Sageng; Kildahl, Arvid Nikolay; Munkhaugen, Ellen Kathrine; Karlsen, Kjersti; Bakken, Trine Lise – International Journal of Developmental Disabilities, 2021
Background: Patients with intellectual disability in psychiatric services are rarely asked about their experiences when admitted to inpatient units. Aim: To enhance the understanding of ward atmosphere for inpatients with co-occurring intellectual disabilities (ID) and mental illness by exploring patients' experiences from a specialised mental…
Descriptors: Intellectual Disability, Hospitals, Patients, Mental Disorders
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Bergmann, Thomas; Birkner, Joana; Sappok, Tanja; Schmidt, Maria – International Journal of Developmental Disabilities, 2021
Autism spectrum disorders (ASD) are often associated with intellectual disability (ID). ASD-specific group concepts usually focus on people on a high functioning level. The Autism-Competence-Group (AutCom) combines a psycho-educative approach with music and dance/movement interventions in adults with ASD and ID. AutCom includes 16 structured…
Descriptors: Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorders, Interpersonal Competence, Adults
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Knüppel, Ane; Telléus, Gry Kjaersdam; Jakobsen, Helle; Lauritsen, Marlene Briciet – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 2019
Daytime activity, in terms of engagement in an occupation or education, is highly important for individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), regardless of their level of functioning. In this nationwide survey, the parents of young adults diagnosed with ASD in childhood (n = 1266) provided information about the current daytime activity of their…
Descriptors: Young Adults, Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorders, Parents
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Erickson, Steven R.; Nicaj, Drita; Barron, Sasha – Journal of Intellectual & Developmental Disability, 2018
Background: People with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) may be at risk for medication-related problems due to complex medication regimens. The objective of this study was to determine the medication regimen complexity of adults with IDD. Methods: This retrospective study compared the Medication Regimen Complexity Index (MRCI)…
Descriptors: Drug Therapy, Intellectual Disability, Patients, Scores