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Development of a Sexual Consent Intervention for Adolescents with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
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Alison Greene; Mika Baugh; Catherine Sherwood-Laughlin; Lisa Greathouse; Jordyn Galyan; Ivanka Simic Stanojevic; Dechen Sangmo; Kristen Jozkowski; Melissa Dubie; Angela Chow – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2024
Background: Tailored sexuality education for adolescents with intellectual and developmental disabilities is a crucial, yet unmet, need as this population is particularly at risk for sexual abuse and victimisation. However, there are no evidence-based interventions to specifically address this need. This paper presents the development of an…
Descriptors: Sex Education, Congruence (Psychology), Adolescents, Intellectual Disability
People with Intellectual Disabilities and Harmful Sexual Behaviour: Professionals' Views on the Barriers to Prevent Harm
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Svae, Gøril Brevik; Hassel, Bjørnar; Søndenaa, Erik – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2023
Background: People with intellectual disabilities can be exposed to sexual abuse and they can display harmful sexual behaviour. This study aimed to identify barriers to preventing harmful sexual behaviour in people with intellectual disabilities within the support sector and the justice system. Method: We conducted focus group interviews with 20…
Descriptors: Intellectual Disability, Sexuality, Prevention, Access to Education
Perceptions of the Rights and Capabilities of People with Intellectual Disability in the United States
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McConkey, Roy; Slater, Paul; Smith, Ashlyn; Dubois, Lindsay; Shellard, Amy – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2021
Background: The United States has yet to ratify the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. The extent of public support in the United States for the rights of persons with intellectual disability is not known. Methods: Online public opinion polls were conducted nationally and in eight selected cities in 2017 and repeated in 2018…
Descriptors: International Law, Childrens Rights, Children, Foreign Countries
eHealth in the Support of People with Mild Intellectual Disability in Daily Life: A Systematic Review
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Oudshoorn, Cathelijn E. M.; Frielink, Noud; Nijs, Sara L. P.; Embregts, Petri J. C. M. – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2020
Background: eHealth has recently made rapid progress in care, support and treatment. However, studies on the use of eHealth to support people with a mild intellectual disability in daily life are limited. A systematic review was conducted to provide an overview of this use of eHealth. Methods: Seven databases were searched for relevant studies and…
Descriptors: Access to Health Care, Mild Intellectual Disability, Daily Living Skills, Job Skills
How to Improve the Quality of Life of Elderly People with Intellectual Disability: A Systematic Literature Review of Support Strategies
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Schepens, Hadewych R. M. M.; Van Puyenbroeck, Joris; Maes, Bea – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2019
Background: The increased life expectancy of people with intellectual disability intensifies the need for age-specific support. Research on effects of support strategies on quality of life (QoL) of these people remains scattered. Methods: A systematic search of peer-reviewed publications since 1995 was performed, with participants having…
Descriptors: Quality of Life, Intellectual Disability, Older Adults, Financial Support
Needs and Supports of People with Intellectual Disability and Their Families in Catalonia
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Vilaseca, Rosa; Gràcia, Marta; Beltran, Francesc S.; Dalmau, Mariona; Alomar, Elisabeth; Adam-Alcocer, Ana Luisa; Simó-Pinatella, David – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2017
Background: The study assesses the support needs of individuals with intellectual disability and their families in Catalonia. The present authors examine family quality of life (FQoL), identify the individual services required and assess families' perceptions of the extent to which their family member with intellectual disability and they…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Intellectual Disability, Needs Assessment, Family Needs