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The Relationship between Adverse Interpersonal Experiences and Self-Esteem in People with Intellectual Disabilities: The Role of Shame, Self-Compassion and Social Support
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Davies, Lauren; Randle-Phillips, Cathy; Russell, Ailsa; Delaney, Claire – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2021
Background: People with intellectual disabilities are reported to have low self-esteem and to experience high rates of adverse interpersonal experiences (AIEs). This study aimed to investigate whether shame and self-compassion mediate the relationship between AIEs and self-esteem for people with intellectual disabilities and whether perceived…
Descriptors: Correlation, Self Esteem, Psychological Patterns, Emotional Experience
Thriving with Down Syndrome: A Qualitative Multiple Case Study
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Thompson, Talia; Talapatra, Devadrita; Hazel, Cynthia E.; Coleman, Jeanine; Cutforth, Nicholas – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2020
Background: Down syndrome (DS) is the most common genetic cause of intellectual disability. Prior research has primarily focused on associated medical problems and skill deficits. This study takes a novel positive psychology approach by examining critical individual characteristics and environmental factors that facilitate exceptional quality of…
Descriptors: Down Syndrome, Case Studies, Adults, Well Being
Comparisons of Self and Proxy Report on Health-Related Factors in People with Intellectual Disability
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Scott, Haleigh M.; Havercamp, Susan M. – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2018
Background: The intellectual disability field has learned about the lives of people with intellectual disabilities (ID), largely from the perspective of their family and caregivers. Information from caregivers has been critical to scientific advancement, especially when caregivers are engaged on behalf of individuals with significant language…
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Caregiver Attitudes, Language Impairments, Adults
Centres for People with Intellectual Disabilities: Attendees' Perceptions of Benefit
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Gajewska, Urszula; Trigg, Richard – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2016
Background: Day and community learning centres aim to provide intellectually disabled (ID) people with social support, life skills and greater control over their lives. However, there is little research exploring the benefits of attendance from the perspective of attendees and whether these goals are met. Materials and methods: Unstructured…
Descriptors: Self Concept, Intellectual Disability, Grounded Theory, Social Support Groups
Self-Reported Life Events, Social Support and Psychological Problems in Adults with Intellectual Disabilities
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Hulbert-Williams, Lee; Hastings, Richard P.; Crowe, Rachel; Pemberton, Jemma – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2011
Background: Several studies have reported relationships between life events and psychological problems in people with intellectual disabilities. In contrast to the general literature, data have consistently been collected via proxy informants and putative moderator variables such as social support have not been examined. Materials and Methods:…
Descriptors: Mental Retardation, Interviews, Psychology, Social Networks
Evaluating a Survivors Group Pilot for Women with Significant Intellectual Disabilities Who Have Been Sexually Abused
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Peckham, Nicholas Guy; Howlett, Susan; Corbett, Alan – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2007
Background: Sexual abuse has been associated with trauma, low self-esteem, anger, depression and challenging behaviours. This pilot study builds on a small published literature by evaluating a survivors group (SG) for women with an intellectual disability and an educational support group (ESG) for their carers. Method: The SG was delivered weekly…
Descriptors: Sexual Abuse, Females, Mental Retardation, Educational Finance
"I Get by with a Little Help from My Friends": Adults with Intellectual Disability Discuss Loneliness
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McVilly, Keith R.; Stancliffe, Roger J.; Parmenter, Trevor R.; Burton-Smith, Rosanne M. – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2006
Background: This study explored "loneliness" as experienced by adults with intellectual disability, with "intermittent" to "limited" support needs. Method: A measure of loneliness was piloted, and qualitative techniques used to develop a greater understanding of the participants' experience. Results: The Loneliness Scale proved valid and reliable…
Descriptors: Mental Retardation, Quality of Life, Social Networks, Psychological Patterns
The Dynamic Risk Assessment and Management System: An Assessment of Immediate Risk of Violence for Individuals with Offending and Challenging Behaviour
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Lindsay, William R.; Murphy, Lesley; Smith, Gordon; Murphy, Daniel; Edwards, Zoe; Chittock, Chris; Grieve, Alan; Young, Steven J. – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2004
Purpose: Research on dynamic risk assessment has developed over the last 10 years and a number of variables have emerged as being possible predictors of future sexual and violent offences. These variables include hostile attitude/anger and compliance with routine. In 2002, Thornton ("Sexual Abuse: A Journal of Research & Treatment" 14, 139)…
Descriptors: Management Systems, Sexual Abuse, Mental Retardation, At Risk Persons