Research with typically developing groups has identified loneliness as a significant predictor
of a range of physical and mental health problems. This paper reviews research about …

Background As the life expectancy of adults (aged≥ 18 years) with Down syndrome
increases for a plethora of reasons including recognition of rights, access, and technological …

Background The aim of the study was to conduct the first systematic review investigating the
prevalence of loneliness in people with intellectual developmental disabilities (IDD) and the …

Down syndrome (DS) is one of the most well-recognized genetic disorders. Persons with DS
are known to have a variety of co-morbid medical problems, affecting nearly all organ …

BACKGROUND: Depression has been frequently reported in individuals with Down
Syndrome (DS). The aim of this article is to provide a comprehensive, critical review of the …

Background People with intellectual disability (ID) are more likely to experience chronic
depression compared with the general population, which may be compounded by …

Because of advances in healthcare, individuals with developmental disabilities have a
longer life expectancy than ever before. Increasing attention is being placed on this growing …

This study describes the validity and the sensitivity and specificity of depression screening
tools among adults with intellectual and disabilities (ID). Subjects (N= 75) were interviewed …

Introduction People with intellectual disability (ID) are more likely to experience loneliness
and have smaller social networks, which increases vulnerability to depression. Befriending …

Depression has been commonly treated with psychotherapy and/or pharmacotherapy for
several decades. Ongoing research in the field has suggested promise for behavioral …