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Intellectual disability and ageing: ecological perspectives from recent research

J Hogg1

  • 1White Top Research Unit & Centre, University of Dundee, Scotland.

Journal of Intellectual Disability Research : JIDR
|April 1, 1997
PubMed
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Older adults with intellectual disabilities are a growing concern. Ecological models help analyze factors affecting this population and their family carers.

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Area of Science:

  • Gerontology
  • Intellectual Disabilities
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Ageing in people with intellectual disabilities is a growing concern for service providers and researchers.
  • Improvements in medical and social services have led to an identifiable population of older adults with intellectual disabilities.
  • Despite normalization principles, this group remains distinct from the general older population.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze the factors impacting older adults with intellectual disabilities.
  • To examine the role of cultural influences on family carers and service provision.
  • To explore the enduring role and motivations of family carers.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized ecological models to conceptualize interacting, nested ecologies.

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  • Incorporated research on cultural influences on family carers and service provision.
  • Offered methodological cautions for research in this area.

    • Main Results:

    • Ecological models provide a framework for understanding the complexities faced by older adults with intellectual disabilities.
    • Cultural factors significantly influence family caregiving and service delivery.
    • Family carers play a crucial and enduring role, driven by strong motivations.

    Conclusions:

    • Further research using ecological frameworks is needed to support older adults with intellectual disabilities.
    • Understanding cultural contexts is vital for effective service provision and family support.
    • The dedication of family carers is essential for the well-being of older adults with intellectual disabilities.