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Supporting the Physical Health Needs of People with Learning Disabilities
Steve HardyEddie ChaplinPeter Woodward
其他書名
A Handbook for Professionals, Support Staff and Families
出版Pavilion Publishing, 2016
主題Education / Special Education / Learning DisabilitiesFamily & Relationships / Learning DisabilitiesMedical / Health Care DeliveryPolitical Science / Public Policy / Social Services & WelfarePsychology / Cognitive Psychology & Cognition
ISBN19103662509781910366257
URLhttp://books.google.com.hk/books?id=HdF-jwEACAAJ&hl=&source=gbs_api
註釋It has long been known that people with learning disabilities have poorer health than the¬ general population, but the extent of these differences becomes striking when considering the evidence of reduced life expectancy. In 2013 the Confidential Inquiry into the Premature Deaths of People with Learning Disabilities reported that men typically die 13 years younger and women 20 years younger than the general population. In 42% of cases the death was considered premature. The reasons for this lower life expectancy are varied but what we do know is this group are two and a half times more likely to have multiple health needs than other people, and often have difficulties accessing health services or receiving appropriate treatment from clinicians. As well as looking at the challenges of accessing healthcare and navigating care pathways, this -handbook presents a practical guide to the most common conditions and health needs, with chapters written by experts in those conditions and their relationship to learning disabilities. A range of issues are covered, including mental health, cancer, epilepsy, respiratory and swallowing problems, and poor sight and hearing. The book aims to increase awareness and knowledge of how these conditions and issues present themselves, as well as how they can be prevented in the first place, and best practice in assessment and treatment. It will therefore be a valuable resource for families, support workers and health professionals.