Relaxation therapy and anxiety, self-esteem, and emotional regulation among adults with intellectual disabilities

Bouvet, Cyrille; Coulet, Aurélie

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“…Most participants recalled the skills practised in the group (mindfulness and relaxation skills), in line with similar studies (e.g. Bouvet & Coulet, 2015). Participants presented their own pre‐existing coping skills in the group.…”

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A multiple methods evaluation of a cognitive behavioural therapy group for people with learning disabilities and anxiety

Giannaki¹,

Hewitt²

2020

Brit J Learn Disabil

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Accessible summary Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) can help individuals with learning disabilities and anxiety. A group was run to help people to manage their anxiety and to feel better. At the end participants and their supporters fed back their experiences of the group and filled in questionnaires to measure their anxiety and psychological distress. The group seems to reduce people's anxiety. This report adds to a growing body of existing literature demonstrating some benefits of CBT for people with learning disabilities and anxiety. Abstract Background Existing studies show mixed results of the effectiveness of CBT for people with learning disabilities and anxiety. Method A CBT group was run for people with learning disabilities and anxiety, who attended with a supporter. Qualitative interviews were conducted post‐group and analysed using thematic analysis. Standardised questionnaires measuring anxiety, psychological distress and overall functioning were administered at pre‐ and post‐group, and at follow‐up. Results Participants’ anxiety decreased overall post‐group, which remained largely at follow‐up. The group and the supporters’ involvement was helpful. Both supporters and participants recalled coping strategies that were presented in the group. Three out of four participants found attending a group challenging initially. The supporters seem to have specific expectations about the impact of the group. Conclusions The results of the study are consistent with the existing, growing body of evidence which supports the use of CBT for people with learning disabilities and anxiety.

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“…Based on supporters’ narratives, half participants reported a decrease of anxiety and increase of wellbeing which is supported elsewhere (e.g. Bouvet & Coulet, 2015).…”

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A multiple methods evaluation of a cognitive behavioural therapy group for people with learning disabilities and anxiety

Giannaki¹,

Hewitt²

2020

Brit J Learn Disabil

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“…Psychological changes accompanied with the relaxation experience could be a core component of therapeutic improvement observed as a result of Dohsa-hou treatment, although physical relaxation alone has an important role in improving anxiety ( Fujino, 2016 ). Also, a recent study showed that relaxation intervention improved anxiety and self-esteem in adults with intellectual disabilities ( Bouvet and Coulet, 2016 ). In addition to the Dohsa-hou sessions, group therapy provided opportunities to express feelings and to practice self-directing behavior in interpersonal situations.…”

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Psychological Support for Young Adults with Down Syndrome: Dohsa-Hou Program for Maladaptive Behaviors and Internalizing Problems

Fujino

2017

Front. Psychol.

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Psychological and psychiatric dysfunction is a major problem in a substantial proportion of young adults with Down syndrome. Some patients develop psychiatric issues, such as depressive, obsessive-compulsive, or psychotic-like disorders, in their late adolescence or young adulthood. Furthermore, these individuals may experience moderate to severe emotional and psychological distress. Development of a psychosocial treatment to address these issues is needed in addition to psychotropic medication. The current study reports two cases of young adults with Down syndrome, who presented psychiatric symptoms and marked disruption in their daily lives. These individuals participated in a Dohsa-hou treatment program. Following treatment, adaptive levels, maladaptive behaviors, and internalizing problems were evaluated by the Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scales-II. Participants showed improvement in maladaptive behaviors and internalizing problems; however, improvement in these areas may be influenced by baseline severity of the problems. This case report suggests that Dohsa-hou could be an effective therapeutic approach for maladaptive and internalizing problems in adults with Down syndrome.

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“…Les troubles anxieux et de l'humeur sont souvent comorbides de la DI (APA, 2013;Bouvet & Coulet, 2015). La dépression est régulièrement présente chez les individus présentant une DI.…”

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“…La participation à un groupe de relaxation durant dix semaines à raison d'une heure à chaque semaine aurait un impact positif sur l'anxiété et la régulation émotionnelle. La technique utilisée consistait en une relaxation progressive des muscles permettant de diminuer les tensions musculaires (Bouvet & Coulet, 2015). Un programme d'entraînement physique de 12 semaines a d'ailleurs permis de réduire significativement l'anxiété comparé au groupe contrôle (Carraro & Gobbi, 2012;.…”

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Fonctionnement De L’enfant Qui Présente Une Déficience Intellectuelle Et Pistes D’interventions

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Les personnes qui présentent une déficience intellectuelle (DI) ont des atteintes du fonctionnement cognitif, langagier, psychologique et comportemental qui entravent leurs comportements adaptatifs. L’objectif de cet article est de décrire les différentes atteintes des personnes ayant une DI et de suggérer des pistes d’interventions pour chacun des types d’atteintes. Les connaissances actuelles sur l’efficacité de ces interventions chez les personnes qui présentent une DI seront décrites.The goal of this article is to present cognitive, linguistic, psychological and behavioral functioning of individuals with intellectual disability. In addition, guidelines for intervention are presented in order to minimise some difficulties experimented by people living with intellectual disability. A general synopsis of different types of intervention will be made to present the interventions that could be realized to improve cognitive functioning, language, mood, anxiety and some behavioral aspects

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Relaxation therapy and anxiety, self-esteem, and emotional regulation among adults with intellectual disabilities

Cited by 27 publications

References 53 publications

A multiple methods evaluation of a cognitive behavioural therapy group for people with learning disabilities and anxiety

A multiple methods evaluation of a cognitive behavioural therapy group for people with learning disabilities and anxiety

Psychological Support for Young Adults with Down Syndrome: Dohsa-Hou Program for Maladaptive Behaviors and Internalizing Problems

Fonctionnement De L’enfant Qui Présente Une Déficience Intellectuelle Et Pistes D’interventions

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