| Title: |
The Experiences of Therapists Providing Psychological Treatment for Adults with Depression and Intellectual Disabilities as Part of a Randomised Controlled Trial |
| Language: |
English |
| Authors: |
Smith, Ian C. (ORCID 0000-0003-1333-2090); Huws, Jaci C.; Appleton, Kim; Cooper, Sally-Ann; Dagnan, Dave (ORCID 0000-0002-5709-1586); Hastings, Richard P.; Hatton, Chris (ORCID 0000-0001-8781-8486); Jones, Robert S. P.; Melville, Craig; Scott, Katie; Williams, Chris; Jahoda, Andrew (ORCID 0000-0002-3985-6098) |
| Source: |
Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities. Nov 2021 34(6):1442-1451. |
| Availability: |
Wiley. Available from: John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 111 River Street, Hoboken, NJ 07030. Tel: 800-835-6770; e-mail: cs-journals@wiley.com; Web site: https://www.wiley.com/en-us |
| Peer Reviewed: |
Y |
| Page Count: |
10 |
| Publication Date: |
2021 |
| Document Type: |
Journal Articles; Reports - Research |
| Descriptors: |
Allied Health Personnel; Adults; Depression (Psychology); Intellectual Disability; Therapy |
| DOI: |
10.1111/jar.12886 |
| ISSN: |
1360-2322 |
| Abstract: |
Background: Health professionals were trained to deliver adapted psychological interventions for depression to people with learning disabilities and depression alongside a supporter. Exploring the delivery of psychological interventions can help increase access to therapy. Method: Twenty-seven participants took part in six focus groups, and the data were subject to a Framework Analysis. Results: The structure and focus of the manualised therapies, and the use of specific techniques were perceived as key to service-user engagement. Supporters' involvement was valued by therapists if they had a good relationship and regular contact with the individual they supported. Regular clinical supervision was regarded as vital in understanding their role, assessing progress and delivering the interventions. Conclusions: The findings highlight that health professionals can embrace a focussed therapeutic role and increase access to psychological therapies for people with intellectual disabilities. |
| Abstractor: |
As Provided |
| Entry Date: |
2021 |
| Accession Number: |
EJ1314985 |
| Database: |
ERIC |