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Direct linkEmiko Tanaka; Kinuko Sugiura; Marja W. Hodes; Maurice A. Feldman – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2025
Background: While there is now considerable research on parenting by persons with intellectual disabilities, most of this research comes from Western countries. A dearth of information exists about families headed by parents with intellectual disabilities from other countries. This paper summarises the state of research and practice in Japan,…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Parents with Disabilities, Intellectual Disability, Research
Álvaro Moraleda Ruano; Diana Ruiz Vicente; Joanne Mampaso Desbrow; Diego Galán-Casado – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2025
Background: This study examines stigma and self-stigma towards individuals with intellectual disabilities among university students, focusing on cognitive, emotional and behavioural dimensions. It highlights the negative impact on social inclusion and the importance of educational interventions. Methods: A quantitative pre-/post-test design with a…
Descriptors: Social Bias, Self Concept, Intellectual Disability, Attitudes toward Disabilities
Jean Ware; Susan Buell; Darren D. Chadwick; Jill Bradshaw; Juliet Goldbart – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2024
Introduction: This paper aims to identify to what extent staff training interventions are successful in enhancing the development of communication skills in people with profound intellectual and multiple disabilities. Methods: A systematic review was undertaken, conforming to PRISMA guidelines. English language, peer reviewed, empirical studies of…
Descriptors: Children, Adults, Intellectual Disability, Severe Disabilities
Daniel Q. Earixson; Karen C. Hall; Marisa E. Marraccini; Casey D. Calhoun – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2024
Introduction: Although risk for suicide appears elevated in individuals with intellectual and developmental disorders (I/DD), few interventions or tools addressing suicide prevention have been adapted for this population. Among evidence-based interventions for preventing suicide, safety planning interventions are an effective and commonly employed…
Descriptors: Suicide, Intellectual Disability, Developmental Disabilities, Prevention
Amy Pei-Lung Yu; Yolanda Suarez-Balcazar; Vanessa L. Errisuriz; Deborah Parra-Medina; Mansha Mirza; Minyu Zhang; Pei-Chiang Lee; Weiwen Zeng; Jasmine P. Brown-Hollie; Eduardo Yespica Mendoza; Stephany Brown; Sandra B. Vanegas; Nazanin M. Heydarian; Sandy Magaña – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2025
Background: This two-site pilot study examined the feasibility, acceptability and preliminary outcomes of "PODER Familiar," a culturally tailored intervention to promote the health and well-being of Latina family caregivers and their children with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Method: Using the Promotora de Salud model and…
Descriptors: Latin Americans, Children, Intellectual Disability, Developmental Disabilities
McNeil, Karen; Achenbach, Jillian; Lawson, Beverley; Delahunty-Pike, Alannah; Barber, Brittany; Diepstra, Heidi – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2024
Background: Although the Canadian Consensus Guidelines for Primary Care of Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities recommends conducting periodic health checks in primary care, uptake is lacking. This study seeks to understand factors influencing the conduct of periodic health checks and identify what needs to change to increase…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Adults, Intellectual Disability, Developmental Disabilities
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
Macey Barratt; Peter Lewis; Natalie Duckworth; Natasha Jojo; Viktorija Malecka; Signe Tomsone; Dita Rituma; Nathan J. Wilson – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2025
Background: Parents of children with moderate to profound intellectual disabilities play a crucial role in providing direct care but often demonstrate heightened parental stress and reduced quality of life. This review explores perceived quality of life from the experiences of parents when caring for young and adult children. Method: A qualitative…
Descriptors: Parent Attitudes, Quality of Life, Child Rearing, Parent Child Relationship
Peter E. Langdon; Magdalena M. Apanasionok; Emma Scripps; Alastair Barrowcliff; Asit Biswas; Karen Bunning; Cheryl Burbidge; Katherine Byron-Daniel; Alex Cookson; Sarah Croom; Malwina Filipczuk; David Gillespie; Richard P. Hastings; Andrew Jahoda; Rachel McNamara; Lawrence Patterson; Dheeraj Rai; Robyn Steward; Kylie M. Gray – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2024
Background: The aim of this feasibility study was to adapt and model a behavioural intervention for anxiety with autistic adults with moderate to severe intellectual disabilities. Method: Twenty-eight autistic adults with moderate or severe intellectual disabilities, 37 carers, and 40 therapists took part in this single-group non-randomised…
Descriptors: Autism Spectrum Disorders, Adults, Severe Intellectual Disability, Moderate Intellectual Disability
Anthony Dujmovic-Bracak; Alisa D. Blazek; Emily M. Post; Jacqueline D. Goodway; Carmen B. Swain – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2025
Introduction: Sedentary behaviour among individuals with intellectual disabilities, driven by barriers such as limited access to adapted programs and low self-efficacy, contributes to chronic health conditions. This study evaluates the effectiveness of the Valemee Visual System (VVS), a novel tool offering visual support and structured exercise…
Descriptors: Physical Activity Level, Life Style, Barriers, Intervention
Olivia Hewitt; Peter E. Langdon; Michael Larkin – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2025
Background: Psychological interventions need to be adapted for use with people with intellectual disabilities to ensure they are engaging, accessible and effective. Co-design allows the experiences of service users and stakeholders to actively shape and develop interventions, to ensure their accessibility. Method: An adapted model of Experience…
Descriptors: Intervention, Intellectual Disability, Stakeholders, Design
Ariel Schwartz; Nikola Davern; Alix Herer; Micah Peace-Urquilla; Jesse Corey; Dheva Muthuramalingam; Neha Vallabhaneni – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2025
Background: Young adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities lack access to mental health supports. Peer-delivered services may fill this gap. We adapted a theory-driven and evidence-based peer mentoring intervention for virtual-delivery and investigated its acceptability and participants' preliminary response. Methods: Twelve…
Descriptors: Intellectual Disability, Developmental Disabilities, Access to Health Care, Mental Health
Ana Belén Correa; Ángel Castro; María Dolores Gil-Llario – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2024
Background: The present study examines the relationship between stereotypical beliefs about people with intellectual disabilities, desire for social distance, and general knowledge about human sexuality with attitudes towards the sexuality of adults with mild intellectual disabilities. Method: Two hundred fifty participants from staff, family and…
Descriptors: Stereotypes, Sex Stereotypes, Social Distance, Sexuality
Lauren T. Ptomey; Kelli Barton; Emma Swinford; Amy Bodde; Amanda George; Anna M. Gorczyca; C. Michelle Niedens; Susan C. Sprague; Amy Yeager; Brian Helsel; Linda Teri; Eric D. Vidoni; Jaime Perales-Puchalt – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2024
Background: The Reducing Disability in Alzheimer's Disease in Kansas City (RDAD-KC) intervention has been shown to improve the health of individuals with dementia and caregiver dyads. This manuscript reports the results of implementing the RDAD among individuals with intellectual disabilities and caregiver dyads. Methods: Nine community agencies…
Descriptors: Alzheimers Disease, Intervention, Health Promotion, Caregivers
Andrew Jahoda; Dave Dagnan; Richard Hastings; Amanda Gillooly; Jenny Miller; Susie Baines; Chris Hatton – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2024
Background: People with severe to profound intellectual disabilities experience similar or higher levels of depression than those with more mild intellectual disabilities. Yet, there is an absence of evidence about how to adapt existing psychological therapies for this population. Method: A behavioural activation intervention (BeatIt) for people…
Descriptors: Intellectual Disability, Severe Intellectual Disability, Depression (Psychology), Intervention
