This study was conducted to describe the functioning of Activities of Daily Living (ADL) and
to examine socio-economic effects on ADL functioning among adults with intellectual …

Background The operationalisation of quality of life for people with more severe disabilities
has been acknowledged in the published research for more than two decades. This study …

Background Providing professional support for people with mild to borderline intellectual
disabilities (IDs) is supposed to support their autonomous participation in society and, in …

Performance in basic and instrumental activities of daily living (ADL; IADL) is an essential
indicator of daily functioning and health of people with intellectual disabilities (ID). The aims …

Evidence indicates that the transition process to adulthood represents a critical and
confusing time in the life of any person with intellectual disabilities (PWID). However, PWID …

Background In this study we aimed to develop a Spanish version of the Self-Efficacy/Social
Support Scales for Activity for persons with Intellectual Disability (SE/SS-AID). Method A …

Background Autonomy support in people with intellectual disability (ID) is an important yet
understudied topic. Psychometrically sound instruments are lacking. This study tested the …

Background Quality of life (QOL) is an important issue for all citizens, comprising equity,
equality, inclusion and participation of each person in society. The research purposes …

For people with intellectual disabilities, access to autonomous residential settings means
access to independence and self-reliance. Unfortunately, access is hampered by the lack of …

ABSTRACT The Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities recognises the right
to independent living. Given the lack of studies carried out in Spain, the aim of this research …