ERIC Number: EJ1481368
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2025-Jul
Pages: 31
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ISSN: ISSN-1360-2322
EISSN: EISSN-1468-3148
Available Date: 2025-07-11
Digital Psychological Wellbeing Interventions for Family Carers of Children and Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities: A Systematic Review
Magda M. Apanasionok1; Andreas Paris1; Joanna Griffin1; Richard P. Hastings1,2; Ellie Finch1; Debbie Austin1; Samantha Flynn1
Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, v38 n4 e70081 2025
Background: This review explored (1) what digital psychological wellbeing interventions for family carers of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities were reported in the literature, (2) evidence about their effectiveness, (3) factors affecting their implementation and (4) experiences of family carers who attend them. Methods: Seven databases were searched using search terms related to intellectual and developmental disabilities, carer role, wellbeing and digital delivery formats. Data from 23 studies were synthesised narratively. Results: Identified interventions were categorised in five broad groups: mind-body, relaxation, mindfulness and acceptance; psychoeducation and support groups; positive thinking and self-compassion; spiritual; and expressive writing. Only 43% of included studies met seven (100%) or six (85%) quality indicators based on the Mixed Methods Appraisal Tool. Conclusions: There is a developing literature on digital interventions for family carers of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Digital supports will likely become more important with continuing technological advances and increasing need.
Descriptors: Child Caregivers, Intellectual Disability, Developmental Disabilities, Intervention, Program Effectiveness, Access to Health Care, Telecommunications, Internet, Mental Health, Well Being, Children, Adults
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Information Analyses
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Language: English
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Author Affiliations: 1Centre for Research in Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (CIDD), University of Warwick, Coventry, UK; 2School of Social Policy and Society, University of Birmingham, Birmingham, UK

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