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ERIC Number: EJ1367935
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2023-Mar
Pages: 8
Abstractor: As Provided
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ISSN: ISSN-1354-4187
EISSN: EISSN-1468-3156
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Long-COVID in People with Intellectual Disabilities: A Call for Research of a Neglected Area
British Journal of Learning Disabilities, v51 n1 p91-98 Mar 2023
Background: Long-COVID (also known as post-coronavirus-19 syndrome) is a term used to describe symptoms that people experience following their recovery from the COVID-19 virus. The severity of long-COVID is well recognised, with healthcare providers commissioning services to diagnose and treat those affected, as well as funded research into the condition. Methods: We performed a systematic search for relevant articles but were unable to find any research on long-COVID in people with intellectual disabilities. Due to the lack of data, we have only been able to make extrapolations from what is known about the condition within the general population. Findings: We provide an overview of long-COVID and its potential relevance to people with an intellectual disability. We have focused specifically on symptoms or signs, prevalence, risk factors and treatments of the condition in this group, highlighting areas for clinical practice and future research from a psychosocial perspective. We raise serious questions about our current understanding and the availability of the evidence-based to inform treatments tailored towards this population. Conclusion: This is the first report that we are aware of on the topic of long-COVID in people with an intellectual disability. The lack of research is preventing us from gaining a greater understanding of how the condition impacts people with an intellectual disability.
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Secondary Education
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Language: English
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