Evidence-based practice and intellectual disabilities and Psychological therapies for adults with intellectual disabilities

2015 ◽  
Vol 30 (4) ◽  
pp. 662-667
Author(s):  
Val Williams
Keyword(s):  
Intellectual Disabilities ◽  
Evidence Based Practice ◽  
Evidence Based ◽  
Psychological Therapies ◽  
Adults With Intellectual Disabilities

Are Speech-Generating Devices Viable AAC Options for Adults with Intellectual Disabilities?

2010 ◽  
pp. 161-176 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dean Sutherland ◽  
Jeff Sigafoos ◽  
Ralf W. Schlosser ◽  
Mark F. O’Reilly ◽  
Giulio E. Lancioni
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Intellectual Disability ◽  
Intellectual Disabilities ◽  
Intervention Studies ◽  
Evidence Based Practice ◽  
Communication Intervention ◽  
Evidence Based ◽  
Absence Of Evidence ◽  
Adults With Intellectual Disabilities ◽  
Communication Impairments

Many adults with intellectual disabilities have severe communication impairments and are therefore potential candidates for the use of speech-generating technologies. However, there may be reluctance to prescribe speech-generating devices for adults with intellectual disabilities in the absence of evidence demonstrating that such persons are capable of learning and interested in using this technology. In this chapter, the authors provide an overview of intellectual disability and the use of speech-generating technologies for adults with intellectual disability. This overview is followed by a systematic review of intervention studies that have sought to teach the use of speech-generating technologies to adults with intellectual disability. An overview and review of this type may help to inform and advance evidence-based practice in the provision of communication intervention for adults with intellectual disability.

Best Practice Principles When Working With Individuals With Intellectual Disability and Comorbid Mental Health Concerns

2019 ◽  
Vol 30 (4) ◽  
pp. 560-571 ◽  
Author(s):  
Joyce Man ◽  
Maria Kangas
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Intellectual Disability ◽  
Intellectual Disabilities ◽  
Best Practice ◽  
Evidence Based Practice ◽  
Health Assessment ◽  
Evidence Base ◽  
Evidence Based ◽  
Mental Health Assessment ◽  
Complex Process

Working with individuals with dual disabilities can be a complex process in the presence of limited evidence base to guide clinical practice. The aims of this qualitative study were to investigate perceptions of best practices of Australian psychologists who work with this specialist population. Thirty-eight Australian psychologists working in the intellectual disability field participated in eight semistructured focus groups. Perceptions of evidence-based practice for individuals with intellectual disabilities and in relation to mental health assessment were explored. Psychologists demonstrated resourcefulness in adapting to limits in available evidence-based practice and in modifying mainstream practice to suit the needs of individuals with dual disabilities. Findings suggest the necessity of practice-based evidence in contributing to the evidence base, and person-centered approaches in relation to best practice for people with intellectual disabilities. Implications for strengthening psychologists’ clinical competency and bridging the research and practice gap are discussed.

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