scholarly journals Project Capabilities and Adults With Intellectual Disabilities: Towards Effective Interviewing for a Better Social Participation

2014 ◽  
Vol 7 (2) ◽  
pp. 115-123
Author(s):  
Stefanie Corona ◽  
Christina Hannum ◽  
Ann-Louise Davidson
Keyword(s):  
Intellectual Disability ◽  
Motivational Interviewing ◽  
Social Networking ◽  
Intellectual Disabilities ◽  
Social Participation ◽  
Qualitative Data ◽  
Mobile Technologies ◽  
Qualitative Interviewing ◽  
Adults With Intellectual Disabilities ◽  
Interviewing Techniques

This practice-based paper presents a series of tips and techniques for interviewing for a better social participation. While we worked on Project Capabilities, we learned valuable lessons we wished to share with practitioners and researchers who work within an inclusive perspective. We argue that qualitative interviewing requires skillful means that are not always an integral part of research preparation, and we share tips and techniques that we developed throughout the process. As we collected the qualitative data through one-on-one interviews, and taught participants to selffilm using iPads, we found that traditional interviewing techniques were too rigid to engage with people living with an intellectual disability. Instead, we used a blend of motivational interviewing and collaborative inquiry techniques, and built rapport with the participants through online social networking. Mobile technologies were also used to build rapport, empowering participants and allowing non-intrusive filming of interviews.

People With Intellectual Disabilities in Iceland: A Bourdieuean Interpretation of Self-Advocacy

2009 ◽  
Vol 47 (6) ◽  
pp. 436-446 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kristín Björnsdóttir ◽  
IngólfurÁsgeir Jóhannesson
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Research ◽  
Young Adults ◽  
Intellectual Disability ◽  
Intellectual Disabilities ◽  
Social Status ◽  
Social Participation ◽  
Social Strategies ◽  
Self Advocacy ◽  
People With Intellectual Disabilities ◽  
Adults With Intellectual Disabilities

Abstract There are many barriers to social participation in Iceland for people with intellectual disabilities. This article builds on qualitative research with young adults with intellectual disabilities. The purpose of this article is to develop an approach where the struggles over the meaning of social participation of people with intellectual disabilities are seen as social strategies. In the article, the authors suggest that people with intellectual disabilities are carving out a space where intellectual disability is gaining higher social status. They also posit that people with intellectual disabilities use several social strategies in the emerging field of self-advocacy for the purpose of improving their social position. Thus, the article contributes to a new social understanding of disability and how people with disabilities gain authority over their lives and experiences.

Physical Activity Benefits and Needs in Adults With Intellectual Disabilities: Systematic Review of the Literature

2011 ◽  
Vol 116 (3) ◽  
pp. 220-232 ◽  
Author(s):  
Pamela Bartlo ◽  
Penelope J. Klein
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Intellectual Disability ◽  
Intellectual Disabilities ◽  
Inclusion Criteria ◽  
Physical Activity Interventions ◽  
Methodological Rigor ◽  
Electronic Database Search ◽  
Adults With Intellectual Disabilities ◽  
Individuals With Intellectual Disabilities

Abstract Regular physical activity is vital for adult individuals with intellectual disabilities. The purpose of this review was to assess critically the evidence on effectiveness of physical activity interventions for adults with intellectual disability. An electronic database search was conducted. Research was then assessed for methodological rigor, and strength of the evidence was determined. Eleven clinical studies met inclusion criteria. Interventions studied included a variety of physical activity modes. Critical review revealed moderate to strong evidence that physical activity positively affected balance, muscle strength, and quality of life in individuals with intellectual disability. The authors also found that the research in this area needs to be translated into practice, specifically the development of physical activity programs that are adaptable to the needs of individuals with intellectual disability.

scholarly journals Aspirations held by young adults with intellectual disabilities and their mothers

2020 ◽  
Vol 29 (2) ◽  
pp. 107-116
Author(s):  
Mary McMahon ◽  
Karen Moni ◽  
Monica Cuskelly ◽  
Jan Lloyd ◽  
Anne Jobling
Keyword(s):  
Young Adults ◽  
Intellectual Disability ◽  
Young People ◽  
Intellectual Disabilities ◽  
Small Scale ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Future Aspirations ◽  
People With Intellectual Disabilities ◽  
Adults With Intellectual Disabilities ◽  
Nuanced Understanding

This study reports on Australian small-scale exploratory descriptive research into how young people with intellectual disability and their families construct their futures. The aims of this research were to (a) better understand the future aspirations held by young adults with intellectual disability and their parents, (b) identify enablers and barriers to the achievement of these aspirations, and (c) provide insights for career practitioners who support young people with intellectual disability and their parents to achieve their personal and career goals. Participants were four young people with intellectual disabilities aged between 18 and 30 years and their mothers. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews and analysed thematically. Results provide a nuanced understanding of the issues facing young people with intellectual disabilities and their families in constructing their futures. Suggestions are offered that can inform career development practice and policy.

Services Available from Providers in the Disability Field to Older Adults with Intellectual Disabilities

1997 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 65-70
Author(s):  
Laurie Buys
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Intellectual Disability ◽  
Intellectual Disabilities ◽  
Older Adult ◽  
Independent Living ◽  
Support Programs ◽  
Community Based ◽  
The Past ◽  
People With Intellectual Disabilities ◽  
Adults With Intellectual Disabilities

As most older adults with intellectual disabilities reside in community based accommodation, the availability of support programs and services becomes important to the maintenance of independent living. Thirty nine community based organisations in Brisbane, Australia that assist people with intellectual disabilities were surveyed regarding the types of programs offered to older adults with intellectual disabilities. The results showed that 75% of the organisations had provided assistance to an older adult with an intellectual disability in the past 12 months. However, none of the agencies surveyed reported that they provided specialised programs or services to older adults with intellectual disabilities.

scholarly journals THE ROLE OF MOTIVATIONAL INTERVIEWING TECHNIQUES IN OVERCOMING INTERFERENCE PECANDU DRUGS AT AR-RAHMAN DRUG REHABILITATION PANTI AR-RAHMAN PLAJU DARAT PALEMBANG

2018 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 79-89
Author(s):  
Neni Noviza
Keyword(s):  
Data Analysis ◽  
Motivational Interviewing ◽  
Data Reduction ◽  
Qualitative Data ◽  
Secondary Data ◽  
Drug Addicts ◽  
Drug Rehabilitation ◽  
Observation Methods ◽  
Interviewing Technique ◽  
Interviewing Techniques

One of the problems experienced by drug addicts is the loss of confidence due to the effects of  consuming drugs. To overcome this one of the techniques used dip re-rehabilitation of Ar rahman drugs is to use motivational interviewing techniques. This technique aims to provide  motivation for addicts to change. This study aims to determine the confidence of drug addicts  when they enter the rehabilitation of drugs Ar-Rahman, to know the process of motivational  techniques Interviewing (MI) in Arrangman Drug Rehabilitation and to know the role from  motivational interviewing (MI) techniques. The type of data used is qualitative data. The  subjects of this study amounted to 3 people drug addicts, and 1 counselor. Sources of data  taken in this study are primary and secondary data sources. Data obtained by using interview  methods, observation methods and documentation methods. Data analysis techniques of  qualitative data analysis consists of four stages, namely: data reduction (data reduction),  presentation data (display data), conclusion drawing and verification. From the research results  obtained confidence drug addicts when new re-entry rehabilitation Ar-Rahman drugs that is,  often solitary, be closed to others, silent, embarrassed, insecure and always negative thingking  (thinking negative) to others, fear, to himself, always be negative, no matter to the  environment, reluctant to communicate, not serious, irresponsible, closed and pessimistic  about what he does. The process of motivational interviewing (MI) technique carried out by the  counselor at Ar-Rahman drug rehabilitation center and the four principles is run, expressing  empathy, developing discrepancy, accepting resistance and supporting efficacy. Motivational  Interviewing Technique (MI) is very instrumental in overcoming the confidence of drug addicts  with the change of attitude behavior and way of thinking, the changes experienced are, the  client is more serious, responsible, think and be positive, open to others, optimistic, thinking  that is rational, and better understand the feelings of self and others. 

scholarly journals The Effect of a Pilot Group Psycho-education Program on the Death Attitude and Life Perception in the Case of an Adult with Intellectual Disabilities

Educatia 21 ◽  
2020 ◽  
pp. 154-161
Author(s):  
Alexandra Fodor ◽  
Carmen Costea-Bărluțiu
Keyword(s):  
Intellectual Disability ◽  
Intellectual Disabilities ◽  
Case Presentation ◽  
Psychoeducational Program ◽  
Complex Emotions ◽  
Life Issues ◽  
Group Members ◽  
People With Intellectual Disabilities ◽  
End Of Life Issues ◽  
Adults With Intellectual Disabilities

Often people with intellectual disabilities are protected from exposure to death, dying and end-of-life issues, but this protection leaves the person unprepared for the grieving of unavoidable losses, and unaware of the changes implied by the old age of their caregivers. Considering the person with an intellectual disability as an immature being, lacking the ability to feel complex emotions, contributes to the tendency that both professionals and families have to avoid speaking with them about the difficult topic of death. Our goal is to design and implement a psychoeducational program that approaches the topic of death as a natural stage in life, for adults with intellectual disabilities. The effects that psychoeducation about death had on both death attitude and the perception of life are discussed based on a case presentation of one of the group members.

scholarly journals Theory of mind and problem behavior in people with intellectual disability

2020 ◽  
Vol 19 (4) ◽  
pp. 263-278
Author(s):  
Marija Cvijetić ◽  
Mirjana Đorđević
Keyword(s):  
Intellectual Disability ◽  
Theory Of Mind ◽  
Intellectual Disabilities ◽  
Behavioral Problems ◽  
Social Inclusion ◽  
Social Acceptance ◽  
Adaptive Functioning ◽  
Adolescents And Adults ◽  
Adults With Intellectual Disabilities ◽  
And Behavior

Introduction. Behavioral problems are more common in people with intellectual disability than in typical population and present an obstacle to their adaptive functioning and social inclusion. Since adjusted social behavior requires, among other things, an adequate understanding and interpretation of thoughts and behavior of others, theory of mind could be one of the factors of adjusted behavior and behavioral problems in people with intellectual disability. Objective. The aim of this paper is to single out the research in which the issue of the relationship between the ability of theory of mind and behavioral problems of people with intellectual disabilities has been addressed, through a literature review. Methods. Insight into the available literature was performed by searching the electronic databases that are available through the services of the Serbian Library Consortium for Coordinated Acquisition - KOBSON, as well as through Google Scholar and Research Gate. Results. Based on the analyzed research results, it can be concluded that there is a negative correlation between theory of mind and behavioral problems, both in children and in adolescents and adults with intellectual disabilities. While some studies have found a direct link between theory of mind and behavioral problems, others have found that this link is indirect, whereby the role of intermediaries tend to have executive functions, social acceptance, quality of parental interaction and resilience. Conclusion. Since the results of several studies suggest that more advanced theory of mind enables more successful social interactions and more adjusted behavior, it is necessary to enrich the education of people with intellectual disability with contents related to understanding thoughts, emotions, desires and intentions, as one of the elements of approach to treatment, in order to prevent problematic behaviors.

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