Reasonable adjustments for people with learning disabilities in mental health tribunals
A project involving people with learning disabilities and psychiatrists led to practical changes
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A project involving people with learning disabilities and psychiatrists led to practical changes
To meet the needs of a remote community, the nursing role frequently requires autonomous working
Homeless services may not recognise service users’ intellectual disabilities
The process aims to provide a nuanced understanding of factors that may lead to offending behaviour
How interventions such as desensitisation and reasonable adjustments can address challenges
A strategy is needed that includes education, reasonable adjustments and medication reviews
How a desensitisation programme was used to prepare people for the COVID-19 vaccination
Diagnosis can be complicated by behaviours of concern in this patient group
A literature review showed the need for tailored services or interventions to support fathers
Ways to support adults with learning disabilities to do more exercise
A pilot project used an assessment tool showing that people can be supported to make a decision
Understanding health and communication needs, working with carers and making adjustments are crucial