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Concurrence of the strengths and difficulties questionnaire and developmental behaviour checklist among children with an intellectual disability
ConclusionThe SDQ borderline cut‐off has some validity as a measure of overall levels of behavioural and emotional problems in young people with ID, and may be useful in epidemiological studies that include participants with and without ID. However, where it is important to focus on behavioural profiles in children with ID, a specialised ID instrument with established psychometric properties, such as the DBC‐P, may provide more reliable and valid information. (Source: Journal of Intellectual Disability Research)
Source: Journal of Intellectual Disability Research - October 1, 2017 Category: Disability Authors: L. J. Rice, E. Emerson, K. M. Gray, P. Howlin, B. J. Tonge, G. L. Warner, S. L. Einfeld Tags: Brief Report Source Type: research

Physical and mental health of young people with and without intellectual disabilities: cross ‐sectional analysis of a whole country population
ConclusionsThis largest‐to‐date study quantifies the extent of the substantial health disparities experienced by young people with intellectual disabilities compared with people without intellectual disabilities. The young population with intellectual disabilities have substantial health problems; therefore, transition between child and adult services must be carefully planned in order to ensure that existing health conditions are managed and emerging problems minimised. (Source: Journal of Intellectual Disability Research)
Source: Journal of Intellectual Disability Research - September 11, 2017 Category: Disability Authors: G. Young ‐Southward, E. Rydzewska, C. Philo, S.‐A. Cooper Tags: Original Manuscript Source Type: research

The effects of optimism, religion, and hope on mood and anxiety disorders in women with the FMR1 premutation
ConclusionsIn women with the FMR1 premutation, elevated optimism may reduce the occurrence or severity of MDD and anxiety disorders. These findings underscore the importance of supporting mental health across the FMR1 spectrum of involvement. (Source: Journal of Intellectual Disability Research)
Source: Journal of Intellectual Disability Research - September 11, 2017 Category: Disability Authors: E. P. Lowell, B. L. Tonnsen, D. B. Bailey, J. E. Roberts Tags: Original Manuscript Source Type: research

Numerical activities of daily living in adults with neurofibromatosis type 1
ConclusionThe findings indicate that NF1 affects calculation but not the basic comprehension or representation of numbers in adult patients. These data have important implications for designing cognitive interventions tailored to the cognitive profile of individuals with NF1. (Source: Journal of Intellectual Disability Research)
Source: Journal of Intellectual Disability Research - August 30, 2017 Category: Disability Authors: F. Burgio, S. Benavides ‐Varela, G. Arcara, E. Trevisson, D. Frizziero, M. Clementi, C. Semenza Tags: Brief Report Source Type: research

Suspension rates of students with autism or intellectual disabilities in Maryland from 2004 to 2015
ConclusionsOverall risk for suspension in Maryland decreased over time. African American students with autism or intellectual disability, as well as white students with autism or intellectual disability, experienced significantly higher odds of suspension when compared to their White students without a disability. This relatively unexplored issue commands attention from researchers and policymakers alike. (Source: Journal of Intellectual Disability Research)
Source: Journal of Intellectual Disability Research - August 24, 2017 Category: Disability Authors: M. P. Krezmien, J. C. Travers, K. Camacho Tags: Original Manuscript Source Type: research

Item response theory analysis applied to the Spanish version of the Personal Outcomes Scale
ConclusionsAs a result of this analysis, we must affirm that the administration of the POS, considering three sources of information, was adequate overall, but a correct interpretation of the results requires that it obtain much more information to consider, as well as some specific items in specific dimensions. The overall ratings, if these comments are considered, could result in bias. (Source: Journal of Intellectual Disability Research)
Source: Journal of Intellectual Disability Research - August 23, 2017 Category: Disability Authors: J. Gu àrdia‐Olmos, M. Carbó‐Carreté, M. Peró‐Cebollero, C. Giné Tags: Original Manuscript Source Type: research

‘At the end of the day, it is more important that he stays happy’: an interpretative phenomenological analysis of people who have a sibling with 22q11.2 deletion syndrome
ConclusionsThis phenomenological study provides a foundation for future research relating to 22q11.2DS and fostering family wellbeing, particularly around acceptance and psychological growth. The siblings in this study actively withdrew from their family to allow prioritisation of their affected sibling. However, this does not mean that their needs should be overlooked. There are easily accessible resources to support siblings of individuals with disabilities, and it is important for health professionals and parents to consider these options. (Source: Journal of Intellectual Disability Research)
Source: Journal of Intellectual Disability Research - August 17, 2017 Category: Disability Authors: J. Goodwin, S. Alam, L. E. Campbell Tags: Original Manuscript Source Type: research

Syndrome specific modules to enhance the Stepping Stones Triple P public health intervention
ConclusionsWe propose that enhancing SSTP with syndrome specific modules will increase the accessibility of support to families who have a child with a specific behaviour phenotype. We suggest that future research should confirm the public health impact of the modified SSTP programme using the RE‐AIM framework. (Source: Journal of Intellectual Disability Research)
Source: Journal of Intellectual Disability Research - August 17, 2017 Category: Disability Authors: L. A. Bezzina, L. J. Rice, P. Howlin, B. J. Tonge, S. L. Einfeld Tags: Commentary Source Type: research

Oral Abstracts
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Source: Journal of Intellectual Disability Research - August 17, 2017 Category: Disability Tags: Abstract Source Type: research

Invited Speakers
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Source: Journal of Intellectual Disability Research - August 17, 2017 Category: Disability Tags: Abstract Source Type: research

Genetic disorders and neurobehavioural phenotypes
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Source: Journal of Intellectual Disability Research - August 17, 2017 Category: Disability Authors: S. Huijbregts, A. Jansen Tags: Editorial Source Type: research

False belief attribution in children with Williams syndrome: the answer is in the emotion
ConclusionCorrect answers to questions on emotion reveal an implicit understanding of false belief. The Representational redescription process could be impaired in the domain of ToM in this population. This finding has relevant implications for the design of supports aiming to optimise the development of ToM competences in individuals with WS. (Source: Journal of Intellectual Disability Research)
Source: Journal of Intellectual Disability Research - August 1, 2017 Category: Disability Authors: R. Campos, P. Mart ínez‐Castilla, M. Sotillo Tags: Original Manuscript Source Type: research

The construct of maternal positivity in mothers of children with intellectual disability
ConclusionsThese findings lend support to the importance of examining parental positivity in families raising a child with ID, and using multiple indicators of positivity. Associations with negative psychological outcomes suggest that interventions focused on increasing parental positivity may have beneficial effects for parents. Further research is needed, especially in relation to such interventions. (Source: Journal of Intellectual Disability Research)
Source: Journal of Intellectual Disability Research - August 1, 2017 Category: Disability Authors: M. Jess, R. P. Hastings, V. Totsika Tags: Original Manuscript Source Type: research

Spanish validation of the PAS ‐ADD Checklist Questionnaire for people with intellectual disabilities for Spanish population
ConclusionsThe PAS‐ADD Checklist is a feasible and reliable instrument for carrying out initial assessment of the mental health status of adults with intellectual disabilities, referring cases to more specialised diagnosis and treatment. (Source: Journal of Intellectual Disability Research)
Source: Journal of Intellectual Disability Research - July 27, 2017 Category: Disability Authors: A. Martorell, M. C. Gonz ález, P. Gutiérrez, F. Rincón, M. H. Núñez‐Polo Tags: Mental Health Source Type: research

A comparison between linguistic skills and socio ‐communicative abilities in Williams syndrome
ConclusionsOur results underlined the importance of assessing linguistic abilities in the context of adaptive functioning, to guide educational and rehabilitative strategies for individuals with WS. (Source: Journal of Intellectual Disability Research)
Source: Journal of Intellectual Disability Research - July 26, 2017 Category: Disability Authors: P. Alfieri, D. Menghini, L. Marotta, L. De Peppo, L. Rav à, F. Salvaguardia, C. Varuzza, S. Vicari Tags: Original Manuscript Source Type: research