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1 – 4 of 4Peter Cronin, Liam Peyton and Eddie Chaplin
The purpose of this paper is to offer a perspective on depression and self-help from two experts with lived experience of learning disabilites.
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The purpose of this paper is to offer a perspective on depression and self-help from two experts with lived experience of learning disabilites.
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This paper outlines the authors’ presentation and experiences at the recent Learning Disability Today conference.
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The paper shares some things we can do to help our mental wellbeing.
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This paper offers the view of two people with learning disabilities lived experience of depression. The paper also offers and insight into some of the strategies they use to manage and encourage positive mental health.
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Peter Cronin, Liam Peyton and Yolanda Zimock
This paper describes the thoughts of three people with learning disabilities about mental health and what can help people stay mentally well.
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This paper describes the thoughts of three people with learning disabilities about mental health and what can help people stay mentally well.
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The aim of this paper is to consider risk from the perspective of people with learning disabilities.
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Purpose
The aim of this paper is to consider risk from the perspective of people with learning disabilities.
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The paper explores the thoughts and experiences of two people with learning disabilities around two different areas of potential risk and their participation in a mental health promotion group which has helped.
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People with learning disabilities encounter many risks in their lives but with the right support these risks can be managed.
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The paper adds valuable insight into the life of people with learning disabilities and the risks they face.
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