| The impact of time aids on independence and autonomy in adults with developmental disabilities. | |
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PMID: 16986776 Owner: NLM Status: MEDLINE |
Abstract/OtherAbstract:
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The aim of this study was to describe how people with developmental disabilities experienced the use of time aids one year after their introduction by an occupational therapist. Data were obtained through semi-structured interviews. The analysis was performed using a phenomenographic qualitative approach. The results showed that independence and autonomy should be considered as two separate phenomena. Increased independence did not always lead to increased autonomy or vice versa. Four different relationships between these two phenomena were found. They all illustrate the different priorities of the participants and different levels of independence and autonomy. Concerning the usability of time aids, the occupational therapist has to recognize the importance of having frequent communication with the client to understand the phenomena that may affect the use of the aids. The occupational therapist should always try to involve both the client and significant support persons while introducing time aids. Future research in time aids with clients with developmental disabilities could involve multiple interviews with participants combined with participant observations and interviews. |
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Authors:
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Gunnel Arvidsson; Hans Jonsson |
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Publication Detail:
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Type: Journal Article; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't |
Journal Detail:
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Title: Occupational therapy international Volume: 13 ISSN: 0966-7903 ISO Abbreviation: Occup Ther Int Publication Date: 2006 |
Date Detail:
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Created Date: 2006-09-21 Completed Date: 2006-10-17 Revised Date: 2006-11-15 |
Medline Journal Info:
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Nlm Unique ID: 9433361 Medline TA: Occup Ther Int Country: England |
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Languages: eng Pagination: 160-75 Citation Subset: IM |
Affiliation:
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Department of Adults with Developmental Disabilities, Habilitation Team Alvstranden, Västra Götaland County, Gothenburg, Sweden. gunnel.arvidsson@vgregion.se |
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Adult Audiovisual Aids* Cognition Female Humans Male Mentally Disabled Persons / psychology, rehabilitation* Middle Aged Personal Autonomy* Time |
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