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Collins, Josephine; Murphy, Glynis H. – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2022
Background: The abuse of adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in care services seems to be relatively common, although there are anecdotal suggestions that abuse may be predictable and preventable. Method: Evidence related to how abuse is detected and prevented within services was reviewed. Database and ancestry searches were…
Descriptors: Identification, Prevention, Antisocial Behavior, Adults
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Durbin, Anna; Jung, James K. H.; Chung, Hannah; Lin, Elizabeth; Balogh, Robert; Lunsky, Yona – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2021
Background: This study examines newcomers with intellectual and developmental disabilities compared to other adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Ontario, Canada. Methods: This population-based retrospective cohort study used linked health and social services administrative data to identify adults with intellectual and…
Descriptors: Intellectual Disability, Developmental Disabilities, Adults, Access to Health Care
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Kim, Hyun Seung; Lee, Chung Eun; Kim, Kyung Mee – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2023
Background: Single-parent families with children with disabilities need greater attention given the notable increase in their number and their additional difficulties. Single parents in East Asian countries, especially, may face greater risks than their peers elsewhere, given the region's unique cultural background. Method: The study used a mixed…
Descriptors: One Parent Family, Child Rearing, Asians, Risk Assessment
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LaLiberte, Traci; Piescher, Kristine; Mickelson, Nicole; Lee, Mi Hwa – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2017
Background: Information about parents with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in the child protection system (CPS) continues to evolve. This study examined characteristics, experiences and representation of parents with IDD across three CPS decision points, as compared to parents with other disabilities and parents without…
Descriptors: Child Welfare, Social Services, Parents, Intellectual Disability
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Strydom, Andre; Hassiotis, Angela; Livingston, Gill – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2005
Background: Older people with intellectual disabilities (ID) are a growing population but their age-related needs are rarely considered and community services are still geared towards the younger age group. We aimed to examine the mental health and social care needs of this new service user group. Methods: We identified all adults with ID without…
Descriptors: Community Services, Mental Retardation, Dementia, Developmental Disabilities