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AbstractPurpose of ReviewQuality of life can be measured both objectively, by frequencies and quantities, and subjectively through feelings. The subjective dimension is the most difficult to measure and the topic of this review.Recent FindingsSubjective wellbeing is commonly measured by asking how “happy” or “satisfied” people feel on a standardized set of questions. One crucial requirement is that these questions are the same for everyone, whether they have a disability or not. This ensures equivalent standards for judging high and low life quality. The Personal Wellbeing Index meets these requirements. It contain...
Source: Current Developmental Disorders Reports - July 1, 2020 Category: Child Development Source Type: research
Stigma, Acceptance and Belonging for People with IDD Across Cultures
AbstractPurpose of ReviewThis review explores recent literature (from 2017 onwards) to identify current developments related to reducing stigma and increasing acceptance for people with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) in their communities across diverse cultures.Recent FindingsWe identified literature related to experiences of stigma for people with IDD and their families across diverse cultures, as well as current and potential interventions and approaches for promoting acceptance.SummaryAlthough the literature confirms that stigma is still a major barrier to acceptance and inclusion for people with IDD ...
Source: Current Developmental Disorders Reports - June 29, 2020 Category: Child Development Source Type: research
Employment Supports and Outcomes for Persons with Intellectual and/or Developmental Disabilities: a Review of Recent Findings
AbstractPurpose of ReviewThe purpose of this article is to examine the preparation of youths and adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities (IDD) for employment and the personal and organizational factors that support their participation in the workforce.Recent FindingsDespite evidence of the positive impacts of employment, high rates of unemployment and underemployment persist. However, the variety of employment options is increasing to include social purpose enterprise, customized employment, integrated work, competitive employment, and military membership. Central to employment success is the fit between...
Source: Current Developmental Disorders Reports - June 29, 2020 Category: Child Development Source Type: research
Recent Trends and Future Directions in Research Regarding Parents with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
This report updates research on parents with IDD and their children published since 2014.Recent FindingsSince 2014, a plethora of studies using large administrative databases in different countries support a contextual approach to understand why parents with IDD and their children may have worse outcomes than other families. In most studies, increased risk of ill health in women with IDD and health and developmental problems in their children were fully or partially accounted for by socioeconomic and psychosocial hardships. New research has found that pregnant women with IDD tend to have risk factors for pregnancy, birth, ...
Source: Current Developmental Disorders Reports - June 29, 2020 Category: Child Development Source Type: research
Early Behavioral Intervention for Young Children with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
AbstractPurpose of ReviewEarly intervention can enhance the development of young children with IDD by altering the developmental trajectory and preventing further delay. This review summarizes the approach and findings of studies on early behavioral interventions specific to young children (< 5) with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) excluding autism spectrum disorders (ASD).Recent FindingsThere is support for the efficacy of focused and comprehensive behavioral interventions as well as milieu communication training and behavioral parent training for addressing the needs of young children with IDD. Ne...
Source: Current Developmental Disorders Reports - June 28, 2020 Category: Child Development Source Type: research
Navigating School Interactions: Parents of Students with Intellectual Disabilities Speak Out
AbstractPurpose of ReviewOur attraction to the verbiage of partnership casts a misleading conjecture that schools and parents are a collaborative unit with a single purpose. For too many parents, especially for those whose children present “problems” for schools, the relationship can be fraught with disillusionment and frustration. The purpose of this work is to highlight and contextualize the complex experiences of parents of children with intellectual disabilities as they navigate their child’s schooling.Recent FindingsThrough the presentation of research findings and project data, we explore the nature of the scho...
Source: Current Developmental Disorders Reports - June 26, 2020 Category: Child Development Source Type: research
Emotion Regulation as a Transdiagnostic Feature in Children with Neurodevelopmental Disorders
AbstractPurpose of ReviewEmotion regulation is recognized as a core underlying dimension common across psychiatric disorders and could be conceptualized as a transdiagnostic feature (i.e., mechanism underlying comorbidity). This review highlights recent research examining emotion regulation in children with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and autism spectrum disorder (ASD).Recent FindingsDifficulties with emotion regulation are increasingly recognized as common deficits in children with ADHD and ASD. Research indicates that emotion regulation transmits risk for co-occurring disorders within a diagnostic gro...
Source: Current Developmental Disorders Reports - June 20, 2020 Category: Child Development Source Type: research
Language Screening: How Far Have We Come?
AbstractPurpose of ReviewA brief literature review of the past 5 years was conducted to provide updated information regarding language screening at all ages. Included will be information regarding classification accuracy of commercially available tools, as well as current methods reported in recent literature for early intervention, preschool, school age, adole scent, and adult populations.Recent FindingsBased on a brief literature review of the past 5 years, there seem to be very little novel or important new findings in this area.SummaryTo date, there is no gold standard for language screening at any age. While there...
Source: Current Developmental Disorders Reports - June 8, 2020 Category: Child Development Source Type: research
Mindfulness and ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) in Adolescents
AbstractPurpose of ReviewThe aim of this review is to discuss benefits of mindfulness for the treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in adolescents.Recent FindingsADHD is a developmental disorder that persists into adulthood for most of the cases. ADHD, an often lifelong condition, is characterized by prevalent impairment in numerous domains such as mental health, occupational, academic, and many more. Pharmacological treatment option (e.g., stimulant) is a core of treatment for ADHD. However, even after receiving proper pharmacological medications, numerous patients continue to experience impairment ...
Source: Current Developmental Disorders Reports - June 7, 2020 Category: Child Development Source Type: research
Opportunity Barriers and Promising Practices for Supporting Individuals with Complex Communication Needs
AbstractPurpose of ReviewIt is well established that individuals with complex communication needs (CCN) can increase their ability to communicate efficiently and effectively. However, many individuals with CCN experience opportunity barriers with regard to the development of communication skills. This paper will review promising practices and research implications for addressing opportunity barriers for individuals with complex communication needs.Recent FindingsIndividuals with CCN may experience opportunity barriers to the development of communication skills, including barriers related to policies, practices, knowledge/s...
Source: Current Developmental Disorders Reports - May 29, 2020 Category: Child Development Source Type: research
Biomarkers for ADHD: the Present and Future Directions
AbstractPurpose of ReviewAttention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders characterized by inattention, impulsivity, diminished executive functions, and hyperactivity. Objective criteria can be used to assess the diagnosis and response of the disease to medications.Recent FindingsSeveral biomarkers belonging to electrophysiological, genetic, peripheral, and miRNA-based biomarkers have shown promise in studies to be an objective aid to clinical diagnostic criteria for the diagnosis of ADHD.SummaryThis review article focuses on summarizing the existing evidence for differ...
Source: Current Developmental Disorders Reports - May 26, 2020 Category: Child Development Source Type: research
A Selective Review of Milieu Interventions for Adults with Severe Intellectual Disabilities
AbstractPurpose of ReviewThis paper considers milieu training (MT) as a communication treatment for adults with severe intellectual disabilities. The paper seeks the following answers: (1) What is MT? (2) How does current research inform the MT knowledge base? and (3) Is MT a viable treatment option for adults with severe intellectual disabilities challenged by communication impairments?Recent FindingsResearch describes MT as a viable treatment option for young children with communication and language impairments. Specifically, MT has been applied with fidelity to several populations demonstrating emergent communication an...
Source: Current Developmental Disorders Reports - May 25, 2020 Category: Child Development Source Type: research
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and Its Treatment in Geriatrics
AbstractPurpose of ReviewThe main purpose of this review is to understand how attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) affects geriatrics (elderly population).Recent FindingsADHD is a common neuropsychiatric condition, which is not well studied in geriatrics. Current literature does not have too much information on effects of ADHD in geriatrics. ADHD in elderly population is accompanied by various comorbidities such as anxiety and depression.SummaryThis review will provide an overview of existing literature on prevalence of ADHD in elderly population along with the comorbidities and available treatment options for t...
Source: Current Developmental Disorders Reports - May 7, 2020 Category: Child Development Source Type: research
Autism in Later Life: What Is Known and What Is Needed?
This report summarises the available literature regarding older autistic adults over the age of 50, from 2010 to mid-2019.Recent FindingsEmerging evidence suggests that older autistic adults experience complex physical and mental health comorbidities. Studies that have included older adults report challenges such as underemployment, a lack of appropriate healthcare, and concerns for caring relationships as the adult ages. However, these studies have tended to be skewed towards younger and middle-aged adults.SummaryOverall, there is a notable lack of studies that focus on older autistic adults and on ageing-relevant topics,...
Source: Current Developmental Disorders Reports - April 29, 2020 Category: Child Development Source Type: research
Promoting Participation in DCD: Physical Activity Levels and the Social Network
AbstractPurpose of ReviewPhysical inactivity is a worldwide problem, also affecting children with motor problems, such as developmental coordination disorder. We try to understand what motivates children to start, continue, and stop having an active lifestyle and explore the role that the social network of the child can have to stimulate an active lifestyle.Recent FindingsSocial network theory is useful for understanding individual and group behavior related to physical activity. Social networks, ranging from peers and parents to teachers and medical professionals were shown to play an important role in bringing about sust...
Source: Current Developmental Disorders Reports - April 25, 2020 Category: Child Development Source Type: research
