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Psychotherapies with the mentally retarded
The Psychiatric Clinics of North America
|December 1, 1986
Summary
Psychotherapy is effective for individuals with intellectual disabilities, particularly for improving social skills. This intervention helps maximize their societal contributions and minimize family issues, though more research is needed.
Area of Science:
- Psychiatry
- Psychology
- Developmental Disabilities
Background:
- High prevalence of emotional disturbance in individuals with intellectual disabilities necessitates intervention.
- Community placement trends increase the importance of addressing social skills for preventing further emotional issues.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the effectiveness of psychotherapy for individuals with intellectual disabilities.
- To highlight the benefits of psychotherapy in enhancing social skills and overall functioning.
Main Methods:
- Adaptation of general psychotherapy principles for cognitive and language skill levels.
- Application of psychotherapy across a range of client problems.
Main Results:
- Psychotherapy demonstrates favorable results for individuals with intellectual disabilities.
- Significant improvements observed in social skills, contributing to better societal integration.
Conclusions:
- Psychotherapy is a valuable intervention for the mentally retarded population.
- Further systematic research is crucial to underscore the potential of individuals with intellectual disabilities and their response to psychotherapy.