Intellectual disabilities: improving access to therapeutic communities (original) (raw)

The paper discusses the challenges faced by individuals with intellectual disabilities (ID) in coping with stress and the inadequate access they often have to therapeutic communities (TCs). It highlights the high prevalence of mental health issues among this population and the heavy reliance on psychotropic medications. The authors propose an improved model for integrating individuals with ID into TCs to better address their emotional and psychological needs, emphasizing the need for staff training and a shift in attitudes towards these individuals.