Perspectives on Intimate Relationships and Self-Determination in Young Adults With Down Syndrome

Abstract

Date Presented 04/01/2022 Intimate relationships are significantly associated with quality of life for young people with Down syndrome (DS). These relationships are a facet of social participation within the scope of OT practice that is not often addressed in practice. This descriptive study explores self-determination and perceptions of intimate relationships from the perspective of young adults with DS (ages 18-30 years) and their caregivers. Implications of findings for OT practice are discussed. Primary Author and Speaker: Katherine Williams Contributing Authors: Evguenia Popova, Katie Frank

Translation and validation of the Role Checklist into the Malay version among retirees

“…The RCv3 was also used in other populations such as young adults with Down syndrome (DS) and older adults (Park and Lee, 2022; Williams et al, 2022). Young adults with DS reported high satisfaction with their current roles and expressed their interest in developing an intimate relationship (Williams et al, 2022). On the other hand, older adult greatly valued their roles as family members, housekeepers and guardians (Park and Lee, 2022).…”