Mixed perceptions of self-determination: Struggles facing youth with disabilities transitioning from foster care

Liang, Alicia; Lashewicz, Bonnie; Mitchell, Jennifer; Smith, Walter S.

doi:10.1016/j.childyouth.2020.105448

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“…Closely linked to social participation is self-determination, which can be understood as being an actor in one's own life. Several studies have shown that self-determination is important for youths with disabilities to achieve well-being and quality of life (see e.g., Liang et al, 2020 ; Wehmeyer, 2020 ). For youths with intellectual disabilities who need support from staff, it must not imply complete independence but rather becoming less reliant on staff support in certain situations.…”

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When you are not here, I cannot do what I want on the tablet – The use of ICT to promote social participation of young people with intellectual disabilities

Björquist

Tryggvason

2022

J Intellect Disabil

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Most youths use Information and Communication Technology (ICT) for socialising, but there is a discussion about whether using ICT promotes social participation for youths with intellectual disabilities (IDs). Employing the concepts of social participation and self-determination together with the youths’ perspectives, as conveyed by staff, we examine how social participation might be promoted for youths with ID in institutional settings in Sweden. The findings revealed three overarching themes. The first theme, Developing skills, self-determination and becoming less reliant, illustrates the basic use of ICT. The second theme, Sharing events, socialising and participating with others, draws attention to how youths take technology a step further to interact with others. The third theme, Resources and attitudes, concerns the youths’ need and desires for adequate support and equipment and the mindset of surrounding communities concerning ICT. Our conclusion is that ICT has the potential to promote social participation if the youths have access to personalised equipment and supportive staff.

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confidence: 99%