"Is it because I'm gormless?" A commentary on "Narrative therapy in a learning disability context: a review". Issue 3 (6th July 2015)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Olsen, Angela
• Is Part Of: Tizard learning disability review. Volume 20:Issue 3(2015)
• Page Start: 130
• Page End: 133
• Publication Date: 2015-07-06
• Subjects: Learning disability -- Research design -- Intellectual disability -- Narrative therapy -- Person-centred approaches -- Story-telling; Learning disabilities -- Periodicals; Learning disabled -- Periodicals; Social service -- Periodicals; 362.2
• DOI: 10.1108/TLDR-03-2015-0012
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1359-5474

Abstract

Abstract : Purpose: – The purpose of this paper is to reflect on "Narrative therapy in a learning disability context: a review". Design/methodology/approach: – This commentary reflects on the use of Narrative therapy and considers it in the wider context of assisting people with learning disabilities to develop self-understanding. The commentary makes connections between the use of Narrative therapy and narrative approaches to research reporting. Findings: – The use of Narrative therapy can assist in the development of positive personal stories for individuals with learning disabilities. Case study research provides a useful reference point from which to develop future work. Reporting of case studies sometimes omits data that might be useful for others attempting to replicate findings. Originality/value: – This paper highlights the need for authors to ensure that the "small details" are included in research reporting. A narrative approach, rich in detail of research participants might enable authors to tell a "thicker" story, thus improving generalisability.