Griffith, Gemma M., Hutchinson, Lisa and Hastings, Richard P. (2013) “I'm not a patient, I'm a person”: the experiences of individuals with intellectual disabilities and challenging behavior-A Thematic Synthesis of Qualitative Studies. Clinical Psychology : Science and Practice, Volume 20 (Number 4). pp. 469-488. doi:10.1111/cpsp.12053

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Abstract

Individuals with intellectual disabilities (ID) and challenging behavior often have complex care needs and may be reliant on care support services. This thematic synthesis examines published qualitative research on the experiences of individuals with ID in relation to received service supports and interventions. Seventeen studies met criteria. Four themes emerged: (1) Imbalance of power, (2) Causal attributions about challenging behavior, (3) Experiences of restrictive interventions, and (4) Opportunities for improvement: proactive interventions. The accumulative stressors of living in a residential placement were regarded as a cause of continued challenging behaviors. The impersonal attitude of support staff was regarded as a major contributory factor. The findings can inform service providers about how best to support individuals with ID and challenging behavior.

Item Type:	Journal Article
Divisions:	Faculty of Social Sciences > Centre for Educational Development, Appraisal and Research (CEDAR)
Journal or Publication Title:	Clinical Psychology : Science and Practice
Publisher:	Wiley-Blackwell Publishing, Inc.
ISSN:	0969-5893
Official Date:	2013
Dates:	Date Event 2013 Published
Volume:	Volume 20
Number:	Number 4
Page Range:	pp. 469-488
DOI:	10.1111/cpsp.12053
Status:	Peer Reviewed
Publication Status:	Published
Access rights to Published version:	Restricted or Subscription Access

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