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Type 2 diabetes and glucose intolerance in a population with intellectual disabilities: the STOP diabetes cross ‐sectional screening study
ConclusionsResults from this large multi‐ethnic cohort suggest a low prevalence of screen‐detected (previously undiagnosed) type 2 diabetes and impaired glucose regulation in adults with ID. However, the high levels of overweight and obesity we found emphasise the need for targeted lifestyle prevention strategies, which are specifically tailored for the needs of people with ID. (Source: Journal of Intellectual Disability Research)
Source: Journal of Intellectual Disability Research - May 22, 2017 Category: Disability Authors: A. J. Dunkley, F. Tyrer, L. J. Gray, S. Bhaumik, R. Spong, Y. Chudasama, S. ‐A. Cooper, S. Ganghadaran, M. Davies, K. Khunti Tags: Original Manuscript Source Type: research

Prognostic models for identifying adults with intellectual disabilities and mealtime support needs who are at greatest risk of respiratory infection and emergency hospitalisation
ConclusionsOur findings highlight the importance of carefully monitoring health issues experienced by adults with ID and EDS problems, as well as their eating, drinking and swallowing skills. However, the models developed in this exploratory research require validation through future studies addressing the EDS problems commonly experienced by adults with ID and their implications for health outcomes and quality of life. Further research into the relationship between epilepsy and EDS problems would provide much‐needed insight into the complex relationship between the two areas. (Source: Journal of Intellectual Disability Research)
Source: Journal of Intellectual Disability Research - May 12, 2017 Category: Disability Authors: C. M. Perez, A. P. Wagner, S. L. Ball, S. R. White, I. C. H. Clare, A. J. Holland, M. Redley Tags: Original Manuscript Source Type: research

New horizons for mental health research in intellectual disabilities
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Source: Journal of Intellectual Disability Research - May 11, 2017 Category: Disability Authors: Andr é Strydom, Craig Melville Tags: Editorial Source Type: research

Optimism and positive and negative feelings in parents of young children with developmental delay
ConclusionResults suggest that optimism may impact how parents perceive their children with DD. Future research should examine how positive and negative feelings impact positive parenting behaviour and the trajectory of problem behaviour specifically for children with DD. (Source: Journal of Intellectual Disability Research)
Source: Journal of Intellectual Disability Research - April 26, 2017 Category: Disability Authors: E. Kurtz ‐Nelson, L. L. McIntyre Tags: Brief Report Source Type: research

Clinical and genetic aspects of the 15q11.2 BP1 –BP2 microdeletion disorder
ConclusionsThe summarised results indicate that chromosome 15q11.2 BP1–BP2 microdeletion is emerging as one of the most common cytogenetic abnormalities seen in individuals with intellectual impairment, autism spectrum disorder and other related behavioural or clinical findings, but more research is needed. (Source: Journal of Intellectual Disability Research)
Source: Journal of Intellectual Disability Research - April 7, 2017 Category: Disability Authors: M. G. Butler Tags: Original Manuscript Source Type: research

A randomised controlled trial on evaluation of the clinical efficacy of massage therapy in a multisensory environment for residents with severe and profound intellectual disabilities: a pilot study
ConclusionsParticipants of MT in multisensory environment acquired more inactive state than the other study groups. This inactive state indicates a state of ‘passive alertness’, which is more likely in a relaxing manner. (Source: Journal of Intellectual Disability Research)
Source: Journal of Intellectual Disability Research - April 7, 2017 Category: Disability Authors: J. S. L. Chan, W. T. Chien Tags: Original Manuscript Source Type: research

Investigating the factors that affect the communication of death ‐related bad news to people with intellectual disabilities by staff in residential and supported living services: An interview study
ConclusionsService managers should ensure not only that all their staff receive training in death, loss and communication but also that staff are enabled to reflect on their practice, through emotional support, supervision and team discussions. Future work should focus on the development and testing of strategies to enable intellectual disability staff to support their clients in the areas of dying, death and bereavement. (Source: Journal of Intellectual Disability Research)
Source: Journal of Intellectual Disability Research - April 1, 2017 Category: Disability Authors: I Tuffrey ‐Wijne, T Rose Tags: Original Manuscript Source Type: research

A nationwide, cross ‐sectional survey on unusual sleep postures and sleep‐disordered breathing‐related symptoms in people with Down syndrome
ConclusionsOur study shows that there is a close relationship between unusual sleep postures and SDB‐RSs. We recommend that all people with DS with unusual sleep postures should be checked for the presence of SDB. (Source: Journal of Intellectual Disability Research)
Source: Journal of Intellectual Disability Research - April 1, 2017 Category: Disability Authors: H. Kuroda, H. Sawatari, S. Ando, T. Ohkusa, A. Rahmawati, J. Ono, M. Nishizaka, N. Hashiguchi, F. Matsuoka, A. Chishaki Tags: Original Manuscript Source Type: research

Parental attributions for positive behaviours in children with autism spectrum disorder
ConclusionsInterventions that alter parental attributions may offer pathways to increase closeness in the parent–child relationship. (Source: Journal of Intellectual Disability Research)
Source: Journal of Intellectual Disability Research - March 23, 2017 Category: Disability Authors: P. Bussanich, S. L. Hartley, D. Bolt Tags: Original Manuscript Source Type: research

Prevalence, types and associations of medically unexplained symptoms and signs. A cross ‐sectional study of 1023 adults with intellectual disabilities
ConclusionsPeople with ID have substantial additional unexplained symptoms and signs, some of which are painful or disabling. These findings should inform the content of health checks undertaken for adults with intellectual disabilities, which should not just focus on management of their long‐term conditions and health promotion. (Source: Journal of Intellectual Disability Research)
Source: Journal of Intellectual Disability Research - March 10, 2017 Category: Disability Authors: M. Osugo, J. Morrison, L. Allan, D. Kinnear, S. ‐A. Cooper Tags: Original Manuscript Source Type: research

Childhood predictors of written expression in late adolescents with 22q11.2 deletion syndrome: a longitudinal study
ConclusionsChildhood predictors of late adolescent written expression in 22q11DS differ in meaningful ways from predictors in the non‐22q11DS population. These results offer some guidance on the underlying factors that may be useful to consider when developing written expression interventions for children with 22q11DS. (Source: Journal of Intellectual Disability Research)
Source: Journal of Intellectual Disability Research - March 9, 2017 Category: Disability Authors: N. Hamsho, K. M. Antshel, T. L. Eckert, W. R. Kates Tags: Original Manuscript Source Type: research

Measuring choice for adults with an intellectual disability – a factor analysis of the adapted daily choice inventory scale
ConclusionTwo broad types of choice were found to exist for adults with ID – everyday decisions and key life decisions. In addition, the factor analysis support for the inclusion of a ‘no choice’ response may help reduce the potential for missing data. (Source: Journal of Intellectual Disability Research)
Source: Journal of Intellectual Disability Research - March 8, 2017 Category: Disability Authors: M. ‐A. O'Donovan, E. Byrne, P. McCallion, M. McCarron Tags: Original Manuscript Source Type: research

Problem behaviour and psychosocial functioning in young children with Williams syndrome: parent and teacher perspectives
DiscussionSome aspects of problem behaviour evident in older children (e.g. attention problems, social problems) are also apparent for young children with WS, while other areas are less prominent (e.g. anxiety). The implications of the findings for understanding the behavioural phenotype associated with WS are discussed. (Source: Journal of Intellectual Disability Research)
Source: Journal of Intellectual Disability Research - March 8, 2017 Category: Disability Authors: B. P. Klein ‐Tasman, K. Lee Tags: Special Issue Source Type: research

Rigidity in routines and the development of resistance to change in individuals with Prader –Willi syndrome
ConclusionBecause task switching appears to evidence a period of high developmental sensitivity during early primary school years, we propose that this period may represent a critical time when increasing flexibility in the routines of children with PWS could limit the development of resistance to change. However, a careful balance would need to be struck, given the apparent benefit of rigid routines on current behaviour. Further work in this area is much needed. (Source: Journal of Intellectual Disability Research)
Source: Journal of Intellectual Disability Research - March 7, 2017 Category: Disability Authors: E. L. Haig, K. A. Woodcock Tags: Original Manuscript Source Type: research

Estimates of live birth prevalence of children with Down syndrome in the period 1991 –2015 in the Netherlands
ConclusionsIn spite of expansion of antenatal screening in the Netherlands in the 1990s and early 2000s, actual DS LB prevalence increased during this period. However, after 2002, this trend reversed, probably because of informing all pregnant women about prenatal testing since 2004 and the implementation of a national screening program in 2007. (Source: Journal of Intellectual Disability Research)
Source: Journal of Intellectual Disability Research - February 28, 2017 Category: Disability Authors: G. Graaf, J. J. M. Engelen, A. C. J. Gijsbers, R. Hochstenbach, M. J. V. Hoffer, A. J. A. Kooper, B. Sikkema ‐Raddatz, M. I. Srebniak, A. M. F. Kevie‐Kersemaekers, L. J. C. M. Zutven, E. Voorhoeve Tags: Original Manuscript Source Type: research