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Commentary on “What are the experiences of professionals working with parents with learning disabilities? A meta-ethnography”

Gillian MacIntyre (School of Social Work and Social Policy, University of Strathclyde, Glasgow, UK)
Ailsa Stewart (School of Social Work and Social Policy, University of Strathclyde, Glasgow, UK)

Tizard Learning Disability Review

ISSN: 1359-5474

Article publication date: 22 February 2021

Issue publication date: 30 April 2021

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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.

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Citation

MacIntyre, G. and Stewart, A. (2021), "Commentary on “What are the experiences of professionals working with parents with learning disabilities? A meta-ethnography”", Tizard Learning Disability Review, Vol. 26 No. 1, pp. 28-33. https://doi.org/10.1108/TLDR-12-2020-0039

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Emerald Publishing Limited

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