Mind the Gap: Developmental Vulnerability and Mental Health

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Author(s): Valsamma Eapen (University of New South Wales, Australia & South West Sydney Local Health District, Australia)and Amelia Walter (University of New South Wales, Australia & South West Sydney Local Health District, Australia)
Copyright: 2017
Pages: 22
Source title: Gaming and Technology Addiction: Breakthroughs in Research and Practice
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Information Resources Management Association (USA)
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-5225-0778-9.ch002

Keywords: Human Aspects of Technology / Information Science Reference / Psychology / Social Sciences & Humanities

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Abstract

Individuals with Intellectual Disability (ID) experience higher rates of psychiatric disorders than the general population, although findings are mixed with regard to the determinants of this increased prevalence. Despite growing recognition of the prevalence of mental health problems among individuals with ID, and the consequences this comorbidity carries for individuals, families and the wider community, there are multiple challenges in identifying and managing these concerns. Accurate diagnosis and effective intervention is currently hindered by factors including the applicability of standardised psychiatric classification systems, gaps in service delivery models and access to such services, as well as unmet training needs.

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