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How do people with intellectual disabilities understand friendship? A systematic meta‐synthesis.
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Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities . Jul2024, Vol. 37 Issue 4, p1-11. 11p. - Publication Year :
- 2024
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Abstract
- Background: Previous systematic reviews of the relationships of people with intellectual disabilities have included consideration of intimate relationships. In this paper, we report a systematic review of papers describing friendship only. Method: A systematic qualitative meta‐synthesis of the research exploring experiences of friendship as reported by people with intellectual disabilities. Results: Seven papers met the inclusion criteria for analysis. Three superordinate themes were identified. (1) Reciprocity, 'Someone who helps me, and I help them'. (2) The building blocks of friendships, 'I can tell her some secrets'. (3) Managing friendship difficulties, 'In real life it's much harder'. Conclusion: People with intellectual disabilities value friendship and actively engage in reciprocal exchanges. We explore the strengths and limitations of current research, clinical implications, and directions for future research. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 13602322
- Volume :
- 37
- Issue :
- 4
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 177946054
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1111/jar.13244