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An Exploratory Study on the Suicidal Behaviours of People with Intellectual Disability or Autism: Examining Their Understanding of Suicide and Death, and the Perceptions of Their Direct Support Staff
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Sarrah Thomas Persechino; Diane Morin; Cécile Bardon – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2025
Background: Individuals with intellectual disability or autism exhibit suicidal behaviours at an equal or greater rate than the general population, yet little is known about associated risk factors. This study explores suicidality in these populations, focusing on their understanding of suicide and death and perceptions of their direct support…
Descriptors: Suicide, Intellectual Disability, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Death
'It Feels Very Weird and Normal at the Same Time': Sibling Perceptions of Their Relationships with an Autistic Brother or Sister with Complex Care Needs
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Louise Rixon; Richard P. Hastings; Hanna Kovshoff – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2025
Background: The impact of having a disabled brother or sister on siblings' psychological well-being and sibling relationships has been the subject of several research studies. However, research which focuses on the relationship between siblings and their autistic brother or sister with an intellectual disability and complex care needs is rare. We…
Descriptors: Autism Spectrum Disorders, Sibling Relationship, Children, Early Adolescents