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Intellectual disability and attachment theory among adults: An early systematic review
| Content Provider | Scilit |
|---|---|
| Author | Mullen, Georgina |
| Copyright Year | 2018 |
| Description | Journal: Journal of Intellectual & Developmental Disability Background: The aim of this systematic review was to identify and critically appraise empirical research regarding attachment theory among adults with an intellectual disability. Method: A systematic search was carried out in Psycinfo and CINHAL databases. Only five studies met selection criteria. Results: Three main findings were identified: (1) there is a scarcity of empirical research regarding attachment concepts among adults with ID, related to a lack of established measures among this population; (2) there is some evidence that insecure attachment among adults with ID is associated with adverse early life experiences and current mental health difficulties; and (3) there is conflicting evidence that attachment behaviours may present as challenging to supporters. Conclusions: Further research seeking valid and reliable measures is needed with greater numbers of participants with diverse levels of ID. |
| Related Links | http://www.tandfonline.com/doi/pdf/10.3109/13668250.2017.1410769 |
| Ending Page | 263 |
| Page Count | 12 |
| Starting Page | 252 |
| ISSN | 13668250 |
| e-ISSN | 14699532 |
| DOI | 10.3109/13668250.2017.1410769 |
| Journal | Journal of Intellectual & Developmental Disability |
| Issue Number | 3 |
| Volume Number | 43 |
| Language | English |
| Publisher | Informa UK Limited |
| Publisher Date | 2018-02-15 |
| Access Restriction | Open |
| Subject Keyword | Journal: Journal of Intellectual & Developmental Disability Special Education Intellectual Disability |
| Content Type | Text |
| Subject | Arts and Humanities Education Medicine Psychology |