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Bent, Sarah; McShea, Lynzee; Brennan, Siobhan – British Journal of Learning Disabilities, 2015
Background: Hearing loss has a significant impact on living well and on communication in all adults, with the numbers affected increasing with age, and adults with learning disabilities being at particular risk. Methods: A review of the literature on hearing loss in older adults with learning disabilities was completed. Results: A significant…
Descriptors: Hearing Impairments, Older Adults, Intellectual Disability, Quality of Life
Walker, Carol – British Journal of Learning Disabilities, 2015
Background: Growing numbers of people with learning disabilities are now living into older age. This study aims to examine the state of knowledge about their lives and the challenges that ageing has for both family carers and policymakers and practitioners. Materials and Methods: The article synthesises existing research in the fields of learning…
Descriptors: Intellectual Disability, Older Adults, Aging (Individuals), Knowledge Level
Harkes, Mary Anne; Brown, Michael; Horsburgh, Dorothy – British Journal of Learning Disabilities, 2014
A systematic literature review was undertaken to determine the evidence base underpinning the strategy of Self Directed Support and whether evidence demonstrates that this policy is accessible to everyone with a learning disability. It also sought to identify whether there were any barriers to Self Directed Support for people with severe or…
Descriptors: Research, Literature Reviews, Developmental Disabilities, Policy
Prangnell, Simon J. – British Journal of Learning Disabilities, 2010
Estimates suggest that up to one quarter of people who have a severe learning disability engage in self injurious behaviour (SIB). SIB poses serious risks, both to the person's physical health and their quality of life. Behavioural approaches have made a contribution to supporting people who engage in SIB, although the last review of these…
Descriptors: Quality of Life, Physical Health, Self Destructive Behavior, Literature Reviews