Pub Date : 2022-10-10DOI: 10.1108/tldr-11-2021-0030
Chinchu Chithrangathan
Purpose Rehabilitation facilities available for persons with intellectual disabilities are low in India. The purpose of this paper is to illustrate an action research programme undertaken in Thrissur district, Kerala, India, to provide institution-based vocational training to selected beneficiaries of BUDS rehabilitation institutions. Design/methodology/approach A total of 40 students were selected for the training programme. Different vocational activities were included according to criteria such as the abilities of students, sustainability and therapeutic value. Findings The results of data analysis showed that fraternity, engagement and collectivism were the themes that emerged from the conversations with students, teachers and parents. Some students showed marked improvements in various areas of functioning. Research limitations/implications Larger replication studies could provide more evidence for wider implementation. Practical implications There is a possibility of scaling up the model at the state or national level. Social implications This model could be adopted for providing better services to persons with intellectual disabilities in similar low- and middle-income settings. Originality/value To the best of the author’s knowledge, this paper is the first known attempt at examining the utility of vocational activity training as therapeutic intervention for persons with intellectual disabilities in India.
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Pub Date : 2022-09-19DOI: 10.1108/tldr-08-2022-0017
D. Gerrard, Jennifer A. Rhodes
Purpose This commentary aims to define STOMP and STAMP, describes its history and evolution and the authors’ thoughts about future directions given the lack of clear evidence base for prescribing and deprescribing psychotropic medication given for behaviour thought to be challenging. Design/methodology/approach This commentary defines the authors’ clinical experience and personal thoughts about STOMP achievements and challenges for the future delivery. Findings This commentary details STOMP development to date and highlights the potential areas for further study and research to grow understanding, professional confidence and delivery. Research limitations/implications This commentary highlights much of the currently accepted research and areas that have poor quality evidence or are of interest for future study. STOMP definition, especially of inappropriate prescribing, is key to redefining the work. Practical implications This commentary highlights the potential impact of STOMP and STAMP on prescribing rates and the need for better definition, processes and education for workforce development. There is a major need to understand the benefit of behavioural intervention to support the optimisation of medication. Originality/value This commentary builds on personal experience and current understanding to postulate considerations to further the delivery of STOMP and STAMP.
{"title":"Commentary on “A STOMP-focused evaluation of prescribing practices in one assessment and treatment unit for people with intellectual disabilities”","authors":"D. Gerrard, Jennifer A. Rhodes","doi":"10.1108/tldr-08-2022-0017","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1108/tldr-08-2022-0017","url":null,"abstract":"\u0000Purpose\u0000This commentary aims to define STOMP and STAMP, describes its history and evolution and the authors’ thoughts about future directions given the lack of clear evidence base for prescribing and deprescribing psychotropic medication given for behaviour thought to be challenging.\u0000\u0000\u0000Design/methodology/approach\u0000This commentary defines the authors’ clinical experience and personal thoughts about STOMP achievements and challenges for the future delivery.\u0000\u0000\u0000Findings\u0000This commentary details STOMP development to date and highlights the potential areas for further study and research to grow understanding, professional confidence and delivery.\u0000\u0000\u0000Research limitations/implications\u0000This commentary highlights much of the currently accepted research and areas that have poor quality evidence or are of interest for future study. STOMP definition, especially of inappropriate prescribing, is key to redefining the work.\u0000\u0000\u0000Practical implications\u0000This commentary highlights the potential impact of STOMP and STAMP on prescribing rates and the need for better definition, processes and education for workforce development. There is a major need to understand the benefit of behavioural intervention to support the optimisation of medication.\u0000\u0000\u0000Originality/value\u0000This commentary builds on personal experience and current understanding to postulate considerations to further the delivery of STOMP and STAMP.\u0000","PeriodicalId":54179,"journal":{"name":"Tizard Learning Disability Review","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.6,"publicationDate":"2022-09-19","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"49400767","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2022-09-14DOI: 10.1108/tldr-11-2021-0033
K. M. Ntinas
Purpose This paper aims to focus on why some practitioners in learning disability services resist implementing evidence-based approaches, such as positive behaviour support, despite its benefits. Design/methodology/approach Status quo bias theory was used to explain why practitioners choose existing practices over evidence-based approaches despite the negative consequences to their well-being. Findings Staff members’ decision to maintain the status quo should not be based solely on a cost–benefit analysis, as is commonly believed, as several factors influence it. Originality/value This lies on the development of leadership action based on the factors that influence staff's decision making in favour of the status quo.
{"title":"“Status quo bias and resistance to positive behaviour support: implications for leaders”","authors":"K. M. Ntinas","doi":"10.1108/tldr-11-2021-0033","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1108/tldr-11-2021-0033","url":null,"abstract":"\u0000Purpose\u0000This paper aims to focus on why some practitioners in learning disability services resist implementing evidence-based approaches, such as positive behaviour support, despite its benefits.\u0000\u0000\u0000Design/methodology/approach\u0000Status quo bias theory was used to explain why practitioners choose existing practices over evidence-based approaches despite the negative consequences to their well-being.\u0000\u0000\u0000Findings\u0000Staff members’ decision to maintain the status quo should not be based solely on a cost–benefit analysis, as is commonly believed, as several factors influence it.\u0000\u0000\u0000Originality/value\u0000This lies on the development of leadership action based on the factors that influence staff's decision making in favour of the status quo.\u0000","PeriodicalId":54179,"journal":{"name":"Tizard Learning Disability Review","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.6,"publicationDate":"2022-09-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"48052964","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2022-07-29DOI: 10.1108/tldr-07-2022-0013
Katie Brooker, J. Hill
Purpose This paper aims to discuss the importance of delivering high-quality education to allied health and fitness professionals around physical activity for people with intellectual disabilities. Design/methodology/approach The clinical training and experience needs of allied health and fitness professionals are examined in relation to knowledge and skills around physical activity levels and people with intellectual disabilities. Findings The training of allied health and fitness professionals may not be adequate. Current training does not appear to provide professionals with the skill set and suitable experiences to appropriately support people with intellectual disabilities to be active. Originality/value Key training areas for allied health and fitness professionals are outlined.
{"title":"Commentary on “Development of LDPAQ: learning disability physical activity questionnaire”","authors":"Katie Brooker, J. Hill","doi":"10.1108/tldr-07-2022-0013","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1108/tldr-07-2022-0013","url":null,"abstract":"\u0000Purpose\u0000This paper aims to discuss the importance of delivering high-quality education to allied health and fitness professionals around physical activity for people with intellectual disabilities.\u0000\u0000\u0000Design/methodology/approach\u0000The clinical training and experience needs of allied health and fitness professionals are examined in relation to knowledge and skills around physical activity levels and people with intellectual disabilities.\u0000\u0000\u0000Findings\u0000The training of allied health and fitness professionals may not be adequate. Current training does not appear to provide professionals with the skill set and suitable experiences to appropriately support people with intellectual disabilities to be active.\u0000\u0000\u0000Originality/value\u0000Key training areas for allied health and fitness professionals are outlined.\u0000","PeriodicalId":54179,"journal":{"name":"Tizard Learning Disability Review","volume":"1 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.6,"publicationDate":"2022-07-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"62432663","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2022-06-21DOI: 10.1108/tldr-04-2022-0011
A. Pakravan, M. Ghazirad, F. Shaddel
Purpose People with learning disabilities can be affected by complex health needs and their life expectancy is significantly reduced. Physical activity has a role in enhancing quality of life and better management of multiple health issues in this population especially if they are individually tailored to the service users’ abilities and care needs. Considering the complexities of communication, there is a need for a specific physical activity assessment tool in people with learning disabilities. Design/methodology/approach A multidisciplinary team of experts devised the Learning Disability Physical Activity Questionnaire (LDPAQ) as a tool to measure physical activity. The tool was tested within community and inpatient settings. Findings An easy-read, picture-based, self-reported and concise questionnaire with options relevant to people with learning disabilities was developed. Feedback from the audit confirmed ease of use and high levels of respondent satisfaction. A small-scale audit of the tool also confirmed the need for promoting physical activity within this population. Originality/value The LDPAQ is a novel questionnaire that aims to be a universally applicable tool for the assessment of physical activity status in people with learning disabilities. It is designed to be used by people with learning disabilities themselves, professionals and organisations. Further research is needed to explore the full potential of this tool.
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