Working with People with Learning Disabilities and Offending Behaviour: A Training Resource

2011 ◽  
Vol 55 (3) ◽  
pp. 359-360
Author(s):  
Sidhartha Tewari
Keyword(s):  
Learning Disabilities ◽  
Offending Behaviour

The development and preliminary evaluation of a thinking skills programme for adults with learning disabilities at risk of offending

2014 ◽  
Vol 16 (1) ◽  
pp. 32-45 ◽  
Author(s):  
Julia Kelly
Keyword(s):  
At Risk ◽  
Learning Disabilities ◽  
Specific Treatment ◽  
Thinking Skills ◽  
Self Report ◽  
Preliminary Evaluation ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Adults With Learning Disabilities ◽  
Offending Behaviour ◽  
Clinical Measures

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to outline and evaluate the development of a thinking skills programme for adults with learning disabilities at risk of offending. Design/methodology/approach – The programme was evaluated over three years using self-report clinical measures related to treatment targets and feedback from participants. Findings – Results showed a statistically significant improvement in general empathy (t=1.800, df=15, p=<0.05) and perspective taking (t=1.898, df=15, p=<0.05). Improvement in impulsivity and locus of control was not significant. Feedback from service users was positive. Practical implications – Findings suggest that thinking skills programmes can be of benefit to adults with learning disabilities at risk of offending. Originality/value – There is a need to provide opportunities for adults with learning disabilities to address generic deficits and factors supporting offending behaviour and to increase readiness for offence-specific treatment.

Word Prompt Programs

1997 ◽  
Vol 6 (3) ◽  
pp. 57-65 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lisa A. Wood ◽  
Joan L. Rankin ◽  
David R. Beukelman
Keyword(s):  
Learning Disabilities ◽  
Current Literature ◽  
Word Processing ◽  
Computer Software ◽  
Written Language ◽  
Written Communication ◽  
Speech Language Pathologists ◽  
Basic Word ◽  
The Matrix ◽  
Language Needs

Word prompt programs are computer software programs or program features that are used in addition to basic word processing. These programs provide word lists from which a user selects a desired word and inserts it into a line of text. This software is used to support individuals with severe speech, physical, and learning disabilities. This tutorial describes the features of a variety of word prompt programs and reviews the current literature on the use of these programs by people with oral and written language needs. In addition, a matrix that identifies the features contained in eight sample word prompt programs is provided. The descriptions of features and the matrix are designed to assist speech-language pathologists and teachers in evaluating and selecting word prompt programs to support their clients' oral and written communication.

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