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ERIC Number: EJ1139235
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2017-Jun
Pages: 9
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ISSN: ISSN-1354-4187
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Adapting Compassion Focused Therapy for an Adult with a Learning Disability--A Case Study
Cooper, Rosalind; Frearson, Julia
British Journal of Learning Disabilities, v45 n2 p142-150 Jun 2017
Background: Joe was referred to the Community Learning Disabilities Team (CLDT) for support around low mood and overeating. Initial formulation suggested compassion focused therapy (CFT) as an intervention. The evidence base for using CFT with people with learning disabilities is currently limited. Materials and Methods: Adaptations were made to the CFT framework, accounting for Joe's learning disability. A case study design was used to investigate the effectiveness of intervention. Joe attended 13 sessions of assessment, formulation and intervention. Client feedback was incorporated to assess suitability of the CFT approach and adaptations made. Results and Conclusions: Changes in scores on outcome measures were limited. However, findings from this exploratory study suggest that CFT can be meaningfully adapted for use within the field of learning disabilities. Implications for clinical practice and directions for future research are discussed.
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Language: English
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