Main description:

This exciting new handbook draws on the experience of a wide range of authors to present a rich and informative exploration of the nature, manifestation and presentation of anxiety and depression in individuals with intellectual disabilities, and discusses the challenges and obstacles facing those who work with them. Alongside user perspectives and information for supporting families, it also discusses a range of approaches to working with this population, including case formulations, psychopharmacological interventions, cognitive therapy, psychodynamic approaches and solution focused therapy.

Contents:

describe the aetiology and demography of intellectual disabilities and mental health disorder with special reference to anxiety and depression critically evaluate the contribution of health and social care professionals to the care and support of people with anxiety and depression discuss the full range of interventions for people with learning disabilities and anxiety and depression critically examine current philosophy and practice in the support of people with intellectual disabilities and describe the tensions and dilemmas of supporting people with anxiety and depression.