A man living with cancer died after being given multiple overdoses of morphine
Clinical
Introduction People with learning disabilities are more
There is a wealth of literature on access to health care for the gene
The authors present an overview of a collaborative approach to managi
Community learning disability nurses need a clear understanding of th
Group interventions offer an alternative means of providing psycholog
People with learning disabilities are now enjoying a longer life expe
The therapeutic relationship is an interpersonal affiliation between
It is recognised that people with learning disabilities who also have
A growing number of people with learning disabilities are becoming pa
The article explains how a group approach using class peers in a scho
Training staff and paid carers who support people with learning disab
Despite compelling evidence about the benefits of breastfeeding, litt
Women with learning disabilities have the same emotional needs, drives and desires and as anyone else, but are more vulnerable to abuse and exploitation than the rest of the population. Their needs tend to be overlooked in research.
Autism is a relatively new diagnostic category that has prompted debate among people diagnosed with the condition, their families and carers, and those working in academic and clinical specialisms.
The reluctance of carers to report alleged offences by people with learning disabilities to the police is well documented in the literature, but there is a lack of detailed research into why this is so.
An analysis of organisational culture of health and social care services shows that policy ideals do not always match the reality of daily practice, for example when people with learning disabilities are not included in decisions about their care.
<p>‘CONGRATULATIONS ON the birth of your new baby’ is the welcome message from the author of these cards, Hayley Goleniowska, to parents of babies with Down’s syndrome.</p>
Registered intellectual disability nurses in Ireland are required to use up-to-date evidenced-based research to inform their practice, to ensure quality outcomes and to offer the highest standard of care to those with whom they work.
