Commentary on "What are the experiences of professionals working with parents with learning disabilities? A meta-ethnography". Issue 1 (22nd February 2021)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: MacIntyre, Gillian; Stewart, Ailsa
• Is Part Of: Tizard learning disability review. Volume 26:Issue 1(2021)
• Page Start: 28
• Page End: 33
• Publication Date: 2021-02-22
• Subjects: Communication -- Parenting -- Intellectual disability -- Learning disability -- Adult social care -- Relationship-based practice; Learning disabilities -- Periodicals; Learning disabled -- Periodicals; Social service -- Periodicals; 362.2
• DOI: 10.1108/TLDR-12-2020-0039
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1359-5474

Abstract

Abstract : Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to provide a commentary on Pytlowana and Stenfert Kroese's article on the experiences of professionals working with parents with learning disabilities by exploring challenges and good practice in this area. Design/methodology/approach: Key areas of practice were identified for further exploration by drawing on research studies with parents with learning disabilities. Findings: While there is growing evidence of good practice around working with parents with learning disabilities, a number of challenges around communication and relationship-based practice remain. The paper recommends further training and education for those working in this complex area of practice. Originality/value: The paper adds value by bringing together evidence from across a number of studies to highlight good practice.