Families ’ experiences of raising concerns in health care services: An interpretative phenomenological analysis
ConclusionsThis research highlights important implications for services such as the need to simplify the process of raising concerns, attend to the relationship with families and ensure advocacy services are identified for those without family. (Source: Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities)
Source: Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities - September 1, 2017 Category: Disability Authors: Naomi Bright, Nick Hutchinson, Peter Oakes, Dave Marsland Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research

Early death and causes of death of people with intellectual disabilities: A systematic review
ConclusionsImproved health care, including anticipatory care such as health checks, and initiatives addressing most relevant lifestyle behaviours and health risks are indicated. (Source: Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities)
Source: Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities - September 1, 2017 Category: Disability Authors: Lisa O'Leary, Sally ‐Ann Cooper, Laura Hughes‐McCormack Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research

Being a valuable contributor on the frontline: The self ‐perception of staff in group homes for people with intellectual disability
ConclusionsFrontline staff have critical insight into service implementation although disability service organisations may limit their capacity to contribute to this. Further action could explore new ways to better nurture frontline staff engagement in organisational dialogue. (Source: Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities)
Source: Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities - September 1, 2017 Category: Disability Authors: Claire Quilliam, Christine Bigby, Jacinta Douglas Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research

Do adults with Down syndrome do the same amount of physical activity as adults without disability? A proof of principle study
ConclusionsAdults with Down syndrome appear to participate in lower levels of physical activity than adults without Down syndrome. Further research should validate these estimates. (Source: Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities)
Source: Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities - September 1, 2017 Category: Disability Authors: Nora Shields, Samantha Plant, Catherine Warren, Dennis Wollersheim, Casey Peiris Tags: BRIEF REPORT Source Type: research

Impact of physical activity on obesity and lipid profile of adults with intellectual disability
ConclusionThe study group was characterized by excess body mass and insufficient levels of physical activity. Body mass index and waist circumference are sufficient indicators for identifying obesity in adults with intellectual disability. (Source: Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities)
Source: Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities - September 1, 2017 Category: Disability Authors: Krystyna Gawlik, Anna Zwierzchowska, Diana Celeba ńska Tags: BRIEF REPORT Source Type: research

Establishing core mental health workforce attributes for the effective mental health care of people with an intellectual disability and co ‐occurring mental ill health
ConclusionA comprehensive strategy is required to facilitate the generalist mental health workforce to obtain these attributes. (Source: Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities)
Source: Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities - September 1, 2017 Category: Disability Authors: Janelle Weise, Karen R Fisher, Julian N Trollor Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research

The moderator effect of commitment on the relations between satisfaction and motivation in Special Employment Centres
ConclusionsOur research focuses on the antecedents of work motivation of employees with mild intellectual disabilities as full employees. So, our results help HR managers to increase employees' motivational levels, as one of the main objectives of healthy organizations. (Source: Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities)
Source: Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities - September 1, 2017 Category: Disability Authors: Francisco J. P érez‐Conesa, Marina Romeo, Montserrat Yepes‐Baldó Tags: BREIF REPORT Source Type: research

Challenges in providing end ‐of‐life care for people with intellectual disability: Health services access
ConclusionsImproved access to end‐of‐life services is urgently required across both rural and metropolitan areas. Development of specialist training and support models for both disability and general healthcare staff may assist to reduce some identified barriers. (Source: Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities)
Source: Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities - August 29, 2017 Category: Disability Authors: Stuart Wark, Rafat Hussain, Arne M üller, Peta Ryan, Trevor Parmenter Tags: SPECIAL ISSUE Source Type: research

Paediatric palliative care and intellectual disability —A unique context
ConclusionA longitudinal child‐ and family‐centred approach is key to ensuring best‐practice care for families of children with life‐limiting conditions and intellectual disability. As highlighted by the great absence of literature addressing this important patient population, further research in this area is urgently required. (Source: Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities)
Source: Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities - August 24, 2017 Category: Disability Authors: Jacqueline K Duc, Anthony Robert Herbert, Helen S Heussler Tags: SPECIAL ISSUE Source Type: research

Stress in caregivers of individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities: A systematic review of mindfulness ‐based interventions
ConclusionsCaregivers of individuals with IDDs face multiple challenges on a daily basis. This review supports, at least, short‐term benefits for MBIs in the management of stress and distress in caregivers of individuals with IDDs. (Source: Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities)
Source: Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities - August 23, 2017 Category: Disability Authors: Se án Ó Donnchadha Tags: REVIEW Source Type: research

Self ‐ and proxy‐rated needs in adults with mild to moderate intellectual disabilities: Perspective matters
Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities,Volume 31, Issue 2, Page 285-295, March 2018. (Source: Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities)
Source: Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities - August 23, 2017 Category: Disability Source Type: research

Stress in caregivers of individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities: A systematic review of mindfulness ‐based interventions
Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities,Volume 31, Issue 2, Page 181-192, March 2018. (Source: Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities)
Source: Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities - August 23, 2017 Category: Disability Source Type: research

Genetic testing in intellectual disability psychiatry: Opinions and practices of UK child and intellectual disability psychiatrists
Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities,Volume 31, Issue 2, Page 273-284, March 2018. (Source: Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities)
Source: Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities - August 23, 2017 Category: Disability Source Type: research

The transition to adulthood of young adults with IDD: Parents ’ joint projects
Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities,Volume 31, Issue S2, Page 224-233, March 2018. (Source: Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities)
Source: Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities - August 23, 2017 Category: Disability Source Type: research

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Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities,Volume 31, Issue 2, Page 285-295, March 2018. (Source: Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities)
Source: Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities - August 23, 2017 Category: Disability Source Type: research