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Direct linkGisselle Gallego; Patricia O'Brien; Clara Goossens; Trevor Parmenter; Vivienne Riches; Mary-Ann O'Donovan – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2025
Background: This study aimed to evaluate the everyday ways that individuals with mild and moderate intellectual disabilities exercise choice and control. Method: Photovoice with 17 adults with mild to moderate intellectual disability who were receiving individual funding was conducted. Focus groups were held to review the photos. Findings: While…
Descriptors: Mild Intellectual Disability, Moderate Intellectual Disability, Adults, Aspiration
Turhan, A.; Roest, J. J.; Delforterie, M. J.; Van der Helm, G. H. P.; Neimeijer, E. G.; Didden, R. – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2024
Background: In secure residential facilities, group climate perceptions of clients with mild intellectual disability or borderline intellectual functioning are systematically assessed for quality improvement. A valid and reliable measure may ensure that this process is consistent. The Group Climate Inventory--Revised (GCI-R) is a new measure to…
Descriptors: Psychometrics, Adults, Test Construction, Mild Intellectual Disability
Rena Wen Yi Goh; Gideon Ji Yan Chan; Lynn Amelia Mohammad Hanip; Boon Chong Kwok – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2024
Background: Walk tests are common gait speed and endurance assessments. Shorter test versions could benefit adults with intellectual disability. Thus, the concurrent validity of shorter tests was studied. Methods: Thirty-five adults with mild to moderate intellectual disability, aged 21-64 years, were assessed with the 4-m walk test, 10-m walk…
Descriptors: Psychomotor Skills, Adults, Mild Intellectual Disability, Moderate Intellectual Disability
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
Bidaurrazaga-Letona, Iraia; Diz, José Carlos; Torres-Unda, Jon; Esain, Izaro; Monasterio, Xabier; Zulueta, Biotz; Ayán, Carlos – Journal of Intellectual & Developmental Disability, 2023
Background: People with intellectual disability have poor balance skills and greater fall risk. The Short Physical Performance Battery (SPPB) provides comprehensive information on functional status and can predict fall risk. However, the reliability and validity of the SPPB have not been evaluated in people with intellectual disability. Methods:…
Descriptors: Mild Intellectual Disability, Moderate Intellectual Disability, Test Reliability, Test Validity
James Sinclair; Jill A. Hollway; Christopher Sanford; Renee Cameto; Betsy Benson; L. Eugene Arnold; John R. Seeley – Journal of Mental Health Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2024
Introduction: Young people with intellectual disabilities (ID) are at an increased risk for experiencing mental health issues compared to their peers without disabilities. Further, there are limited resources available to help accurately assess mental health disorders and that are accessible for adolescents with ID. Method: This paper describes…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Adults, Intellectual Disability, Moderate Intellectual Disability
Ilan Wiesel; Christine Bigby; Ellen van Holstein; Brendan Gleeson – Journal of Intellectual & Developmental Disability, 2024
Background: Despite growing recognition of their right for inclusion in society, people with intellectual disabilities are often excluded from mainstream services, or experience poor service outcomes. Method: Taking a relational approach that considers the interpersonal relations and interactions that occur in mainstream service settings in…
Descriptors: Inclusion, Interpersonal Relationship, Interaction, Foreign Countries
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
Gerianne J. J. Smeets; Karin M. Volkers; Eline A. K. Swart; Xavier M. H. Moonen; Erik J. A. Scherder – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2025
Background: During the COVID-19 pandemic we implemented a partially online music intervention to examine the feasibility, experiences and short-term outcomes on the challenging behaviour and well-being of adults with intellectual disabilities. Method: This mixed-methods study included 10 participants with mild or moderate intellectual disabilities…
Descriptors: Adults, COVID-19, Pandemics, Well Being
Keller, Aviva; Weintraub, Naomi – Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, 2022
The purpose of this study was to examine the leisure and recreation opportunities available in community apartments for adults with intellectual disability (ID), and their association with leisure participation. The study included 38 adults with ID with moderate levels of impairment residing in 19 apartments. Apartment coordinators reported on…
Descriptors: Leisure Time, Recreational Activities, Adults, Participation
Igier, Suzanne; Valérie, Pennequin – Journal of Intellectual Disabilities, 2023
Background: Few studies have evaluated the explanatory factors of poor performance and the effects of context in adults with intellectual disabilities. The aim of this study is to assess the role of a familiar experimenter on their cognitive performance, well-being, metacognitive experiences, and social behaviors. Method: Participants with…
Descriptors: Adults, Intellectual Disability, Moderate Intellectual Disability, Severe Intellectual Disability
Lally, Phillippa; Beeken, Rebecca J.; Wilson, Rose; Omar, Rumana; Hunter, Rachael; Fovargue, Sally; Anderson, Diana; King, Michael; Hassiotis, Angela; Croker, Helen – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2022
Background: The aim was to pilot an adapted manualised weight management programme for persons with mild-moderate intellectual disabilities affected by overweight or obesity ("Shape Up-LD"). Method: Adults with intellectual disabilities were enrolled in a 6-month trial (3-month active intervention and 3-month follow-up) and were…
Descriptors: Body Weight, Health Promotion, Mild Intellectual Disability, Moderate Intellectual Disability
Monterde, N.; Blanco, I.; Hervas, G. – Journal of Mental Health Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2023
Introduction: The assessment of well-being is crucial for measuring the effects of psychosocial interventions in people with intellectual disabilities. The aim of this study was to adapt and validate a measure of integrative well-being, the Pemberton Happiness Index (PHI) to use it specifically for this population. Methods: The Pemberton Happiness…
Descriptors: Mental Health, Well Being, Test Construction, Test Validity
Marija Cvijetic; Svetlana Kaljaca; Nenad Glumbic – International Journal of Disability, Development and Education, 2024
Studies have indicated that the level of autonomy of people with intellectual disability is influenced by personal and environmental factors. The aims of this cross-sectional and correlational study were to determine a correlation between the level of autonomy in adults with intellectual disability, on the one hand, and specific personal and…
Descriptors: Adults, Mild Intellectual Disability, Moderate Intellectual Disability, Environmental Influences
García-Alba, Javier; Rubio-Valdehita, Susana; Sánchez, M. Julia; García, Amelia I. M.; Esteba-Castillo, Susanna; Gómez-Caminero, Marta – International Journal of Developmental Disabilities, 2022
Introduction: This pilot study analyzes the effect of a cognitive training program in adults with intellectual disability (ID). Method: Twenty subjects (mean age 52.7 ± 9.77 years) with mild and moderate ID were divided in control and experimental group. Only the experimental group received the training program. This program was applied through…
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Training, Adults, Mild Intellectual Disability
