'It's a 24/7 Deal': Parents of Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Discuss Natural Supports

Autor/inn/en	Sanderson, Kelli A.; Aquino, Michael D.
Titel	'It's a 24/7 Deal': Parents of Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Discuss Natural Supports
Quelle	In: Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 36 (2023) 6, S.1264-1275 (12 Seiten)Infoseite zur Zeitschrift PDF als Volltext Verfügbarkeit
Zusatzinformation	ORCID (Sanderson, Kelli A.)
Sprache	englisch
Dokumenttyp	gedruckt; online; Zeitschriftenaufsatz
ISSN	1360-2322
DOI	10.1111/jar.13145
Schlagwörter	Parents; Adults; Intellectual Disability; Developmental Disabilities; Parent Role; Family Environment; Friendship; Social Support Groups; Family Needs + Suchen Sie Ihr Suchwort? Eltern; Intellect; Disability; Disabilities; Verstand; Behinderung; Entwicklungsstörung; Parental role; Elternrolle; Familienmilieu; Freundschaft; Social support; Soziale Unterstützung
Abstract	Background: Natural supports are widely used by adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. However, little research has been conducted on this topic. This study adds to the literature by examining the role of parents as natural supporters, other members of the natural support network, challenges families face as they secure natural supports, and advice parents have for other families. Method: Twenty-three parents of adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities were interviewed. Data was analyzed using a constant comparative approach. Results: Family members and friends were key natural supporters. However, parents provided the bulk of support. A hesitation with asking others for support was a common barrier to building natural support networks. Parents encouraged others to connect with families with similar circumstances. Conclusions: To ensure proper care for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, we must develop supports that meet family members' needs and identify ways to strengthen natural support networks. (As Provided).
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Erfasst von	ERIC (Education Resources Information Center), Washington, DC
Update	2024/1/01