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Publication Date: 2021-Dec
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Trauma-Informed Care in the Context of Intellectual and Developmental Disability Services: Perceptions of Service Providers
Rich, Amanda J.; DiGregorio, Nikki; Strassle, Carla
Journal of Intellectual Disabilities, v25 n4 p603-618 Dec 2021
Traumatic life events have pervasive impacts on health and well-being. A growing body of literature shows that people with intellectual and developmental disabilities are disproportionately impacted by trauma. Trauma-informed care (TIC) is a philosophy of service provision that is committed to preventing traumatization and re-traumatization and promoting healing. This study explores the perceptions of 130 leaders in the field of intellectual and developmental disabilities services on the adoption and practice of TIC through the analysis of quantitative data. Results indicated a disconnect between the level of TIC integration and perceptions detailing how well organizations are currently performing in aspects of TIC. Barriers to TIC included high staff turnover, lack of accessible mental health providers, lack of affordable training, stigma, and restrictive funding structures. Implications and recommendations for service organizations and educators are provided.
Descriptors: Trauma, Intellectual Disability, Developmental Disabilities, Barriers, Human Services, Violence, Social Services, Employees, Staff Development, Training, Knowledge Level, Administrator Attitudes, Organizational Climate, Community Services
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