Transition And Change In The Lives Of People With Intellectual Disabilities

Author : David May
Publisher : Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Page : 235 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2000-12
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781846422683

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Transition and Change in the Lives of People with Intellectual Disabilities by David May Pdf

One claim made for the policy of care in the community was that it would rescue people with intellectual disabilities from social marginality. To what extent has this promise been fulfilled and their lives transformed? David May presents the lives of people from this group as a series of transitions and offers us a view of the world that is as complex and changeable as any other. Each section covers a different aspect of choice, opportunity and transition on the lifepath, for example, * moving from home to school * leaving school * employment * living independently and * growing old The contributors have extensive research experience in the field of intellectual disabilities and provide a comprehensive review of this research, drawing out the implications for policy and practice. This book will be an invaluable resource for professionals and carers working with those with intellectual disabilities, as well as their families.

Author : David May
Publisher : Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Page : 238 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 1853028630

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Transition and Change in the Lives of People with Intellectual Disabilities by David May Pdf

This book presents the lives of people with intellectual disabilities as a series of transitions and offers us a view of the world that is as complex as any other. The contributors have extensive research experience in this field and provide a comprehensive review of their research, drawing out the implications for policy and practice.

Author : Sandro Misciagna
Publisher : BoD – Books on Demand
Page : 212 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2020-06-17
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781838808389

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Learning Disabilities by Sandro Misciagna Pdf

Learning disabilities are a heterogeneous group of disorders characterized by failure to acquire, retrieve, or use information competently. They are the most severe and chronic form of learning difficulty in children. They can be present at birth or acquired as a result of illness, exposure to toxins, poor nutrition, medical treatment, sociocultural deprivation, or injury. Learning problems typically consist in failure to acquire reading, writing, or math skills, which are traditionally considered core domains. This book explores the epidemiology, neurobiological bases, and diagnostic tools necessary for a comprehensive assessment of children with learning disabilities. It also presents examples of children with specific learning disabilities and explains possible intervention strategies.

Author : Robert L. Schalock,Kenneth D. Keith
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 264 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2016
Category : People with mental disabilities
ISBN : 0996506845

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Cross-cultural Quality of Life by Robert L. Schalock,Kenneth D. Keith Pdf

Studio della qualità della vita in diverse culture nel campo delle disabilità cognitive.

Author : Petch, Alison
Publisher : Policy Press
Page : 177 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2009-10-05
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781847421913

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Managing transitions by Petch, Alison Pdf

Everyone will experience a number of transitions throughout their life. Many of these will be positive, others may present challenges. This book addresses significant transitions relevant to policy and practice, covering key transition points in social care from childhood to old age. Drawing on the best available research evidence, 'Managing transitions' highlights issues common to all experiencing transition as well as the dilemmas specific to particular situations. Individual chapters explore what we know about how transition is experienced by young people leaving care and by those with learning disabilities and mental health problems. For young people seeking asylum there are multiple transitions, of age, of country and of culture. Further contributions address the current transformation from service provision to self directed support, the major transition for older people who move to supported living, and the enduring challenges that surround the transition from hospital to community. The practice orientation of this volume is reinforced by the inclusion of evidence-based practice guidance for each of the areas addressed and a strong emphasis throughout on the implications for practice development. It will be of interest to practitioners, policy makers and researchers looking at generic transition challenges and solutions, as well as researchers, academics and students of health and social care and social work.

Author : Natalie Lackenby,Jill Hughes
Publisher : Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Page : 208 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2015-06-21
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781784500054

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Achieving Successful Transitions for Young People with Disabilities by Natalie Lackenby,Jill Hughes Pdf

This best practice guide provides a blueprint for managing seamless transitions between services for young people aged 16-25 with additional needs, including learning disabilities, physical disabilities, complex health needs and sensory impairments. The authors cover a wide range of transitions, including moving from children's to adult's services, from school to college, leaving education and gaining work experience and employment and supporting young people to live independently. They include key information on policy and legislation, the statutory duty of local authorities and health, housing and education agencies, and describe the impact of the new Education, Health and Care (EHC) Plans. With a wealth of practical, common sense guidance for navigating this complex area of work in a timely, efficient and cost-effective manner, the book will guide practitioners and students step-by-step through the process of managing transitions, highlighting best practice and providing evidence-based models to ensure the best possible outcomes for service users and their families. An essential resource for all those involved in supporting young people with additional needs through transitions, including social workers and social work students, occupational therapists, speech and language therapists, health professionals and special education teachers.

Author : Helen Atherton,Debbie Crickmore
Publisher : Elsevier Health Sciences
Page : 624 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2011-05-19
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780702047015

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Learning Disabilities - E-Book by Helen Atherton,Debbie Crickmore Pdf

Learning Disabilities: Toward Inclusion (formerly edited by Bob Gates) is one of the leading textbooks in this field. It offers real ways to improve quality of experience for people with learning disabilities in all areas of life. This new edition brings together a comprehensive and coherent collection of material from eminent authors with a wealth of professional backgrounds and roles. Its contemporary focus reflects practice developments including the impact of changing policy and legislation on the nature and configuration of services. The leading textbook for carers of people with learning disabilities A comprehensive overview of the field of learning disabilities care Well-written accessible content Activities, case studies, diagrams and further resources including useful web links the embedding of key themes across chapters to draw diverse material into an integrated whole. These are: person-centredness, values, the reality of practice, the range of ability, the range of services and national and international perspectives. chapters on advocacy, personal narratives and life story, inclusive research, risk, safeguarding, sensory awareness, epilepsy and end-of-life care online case studies and activities with critical-thinking questions and ‘hot links’ to web resources to extend knowledge and understanding thereby facilitating learning a fully searchable, customisable electronic version of the text to enable easy access and quick reference

Author : D. Hunter,K. Storey
Publisher : IOS Press
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2013-12-11
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781614993131

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The Road Ahead by D. Hunter,K. Storey Pdf

Successful transition from school to adult life has always been difficult for people with disabilities, especially in the area of employment. The vast majority of people with disabilities are either unemployed or underemployed with low wages and few benefits, and many governments are struggling to find a way of providing employment and benefits to people with disabilities without creating disincentives to work. This book provides strategies and ideas for improving the lives of people with disabilities, exploring new ways of enabling a successful transition to an integrated adult working life by providing effective instruction and support. Following an introduction which outlines the importance of transition services and meaningful outcomes, topics covered in the remaining chapters include: Person Centered Transition Planning; Enhancing Competence and Independence; Employment Assessment and Career Development; Collaboration between Agencies for a Seamless Transition; Independent Living and Supported Living; and Community Functioning Skills. The book will be of interest to all those who work with transition age students as well as those who work with adults with disabilities and want to enable them to have the best life possible. To paraphrase Helen Keller "people with disabilities not only need to be given lives, they need to be given lives worth living."

Author : Ralph Kober
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 432 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2010-09-24
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9048196507

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Enhancing the Quality of Life of People with Intellectual Disabilities by Ralph Kober Pdf

This book contains a series of articles, written by international experts in the fields of intellectual disability and quality of life, that explore a broad range of issues that impact on the quality of life of people with intellectual disabilities and their families. The book commences with a general discussion on defining quality of life and family quality of life and the appropriateness of using these constructs in the field of intellectual disability, and is followed by an analysis on the effects of living arrangements and employment on quality of life. The book concludes with discussions on the unique issues facing children with intellectual disabilities and people living in developing countries and the effect these issues have upon their quality of life.

Author : Iva Strnadová,Therese M. Cumming
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 168 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2015-09-07
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781317812630

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Lifespan Transitions and Disability by Iva Strnadová,Therese M. Cumming Pdf

This book brings a refreshing perspective to preparing students with disabilities and their families for all aspects of independent life. Many of the transitions experienced by younger children set the stage for future changes, yet do not receive the attention they deserve in the literature. This publication offers a strengths-based approach that includes philosophical perspectives and evidence-based practices to assist this vulnerable population with lifespan changes and challenges. Each chapter addresses transitional needs and their assessment, and relevant interventions from the perspectives of an application to schools, families and communities. Multicultural perspectives are integral to all these chapters. The book covers transition from: - home to early childhood education - early childhood education to primary school - primary school to secondary school - primary school to special settings - juvenile justice settings back into the community - school to work - school to further education or training - post-school settings to retirement. Lifespan Transitions and Disability: A holistic perspective is a necessary companion for postgraduate education students and researchers who have an interest in exploring the nature and context of special and inclusive education today.

Author : Keith Storey
Publisher : Charles C Thomas Publisher
Page : 216 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2018-09-19
Category : Education
ISBN : 9780398092412

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Case Studies in Transition and Employment for Students and Adults with Disabilities by Keith Storey Pdf

This book is intended to give support providers the understanding, knowledge, and skills for providing transition and employment services in school, employment, community, and residential settings and thereby improve the quality of life for the individuals that they support. It not only shows how to support an individual with a disability but also how to implement instructional strategies, services, and systems change so that positive quality of life outcomes occur. The book responds to a critical need for highly qualified personnel who will become exemplary professionals in transition and employment settings because of their advanced knowledge, skills, and experiences in working with students and adults with varying disabilities. Universities, school districts, and organizations preparing support providers can easily use it in courses or trainings that address transition and employment services, as the case studies comprehensively cover methodology and issues that represent best practices and evidence-based methods in these areas. Support providers will find the case studies to be practical and helpful for increasing their skills in applied settings. It will be of primary interest to college instructors teaching courses in transition and employment, rehabilitation, career counseling, applied behavioral analysis, school psychology, special education or related areas, and individuals working and studying to work in the disability field.

Author : Fintan Sheerin,Elizabeth A. Curtis
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 218 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2019-04-11
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781351172394

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Leadership for Intellectual Disability Service by Fintan Sheerin,Elizabeth A. Curtis Pdf

People with intellectual disability often experience challenges in their lives. These may be due to difficulties in social adaptation, but may also be related to a reality of disempowerment whereby they have little role in the decisions central to their lives or in the provision of health, educational and social services. This book argues for alternative and innovative approaches to leadership in intellectual disability service provision. It does this in the light of service scandals including Winterborne View (UK), Oswald D. Heck (USA), Áras Attracta (Ireland) and many others. This book also explores the failed leadership issues underpinning such debacles and then examines how the context for intellectual disability service provision has changed. The authors propose alternative models for service leadership that are contiguous with the changed landscape, emphasizing participatory models of leadership and ending with exemplary vignettes outlining situations where such innovative change is happening.

Author : Michael L. Wehmeyer
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2017
Category : Developmental disabilities
ISBN : 1598575643

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A Comprehensive Guide to Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities by Michael L. Wehmeyer Pdf

The most complete book available on children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, this core textbook is perfect for any course focused on disabilities.

Author : Karrie A. Shogren,Michael L. Wehmeyer,Nirbhay N. Singh
Publisher : Springer
Page : 383 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2017-09-21
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9783319590660

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Handbook of Positive Psychology in Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities by Karrie A. Shogren,Michael L. Wehmeyer,Nirbhay N. Singh Pdf

This handbook examines the wide-ranging applications of positive psychology in the field of intellectual and developmental disabilities. It discusses the change in perceptions of disability and the shifting use of traditional deficit-based treatments. It presents evidence-based approaches and strategies that promote individuals’ strengths and capacities and as well as provide supports and services to enhance quality of life. Chapters address medical and psychological aspects in intellectual and developmental disabilities, such as mindfulness, motivation, physical well-being, and self-regulation. The book also discusses uses of assessment practices in evaluating interventions and client outcomes. In addition, it explores ways practitioners, with positive psychology, can focus on what a person is capable of achieving, thereby leading to more effective approaches to care and treatment. Topics featured in the Handbook include: Translating the quality of life concept into practice. The Casual Agency Theory and its implications for understanding self-determination. The Mindfulness-Based Individualized Support Plan (MBISP) and its use in providing support to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The unique role that friendship plays to people’s lives and social well-being. Supported Decision-Making (SDM) as an alternative to guardianship. A positive psychology approach to aging and retirement. The Handbook of Positive Psychology in Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities is a must-have resource for researchers, professors, and graduate students as well as clinicians and related professionals in clinical child and school psychology, behavioral therapy, social work, applied behavioral analysis, recreational therapy, occupational therapy, education, speech and language pathology, psychiatry, clinical medicine, and nursing.

Author : Barbara L. Ludlow,Ann P. Turnbull,Ruth Luckasson
Publisher : Brookes Publishing Company
Page : 404 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 1988
Category : Medical
ISBN : UOM:39015016218797

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Transitions to Adult Life for People with Mental Retardation by Barbara L. Ludlow,Ann P. Turnbull,Ruth Luckasson Pdf