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| Ageing and learning disability | | Author(s) | A J Holland |
| Journal title | The British Journal of Psychiatry, vol 176, January 2000 |
| Pages | pp 26-31 |
| Keywords | Cognitive impairment ; Longevity ; Biological ageing. |
| Annotation | Ageing is a continuation of the developmental process and is influenced by genetic and other biological factors as well as personal and social circumstances. This selected review considers whether the biological process of ageing and its social and emotional consequences differ for people with learning disabilities. The author argues that there is a convergence in later life between people with a learning disability and those without, owing to the reduced life expectancy of people with more severe disabilities. People with Down's syndrome have particular risks of age-related problems relatively early in life. The improved life expectancy of people with learning disabilities is well established, however, there is a lack of concerted response to ensure that the best possible health and social care is provided for people with learning disabilities in later life. (AKM). |
| Accession Number | CPA-000208230 A |
| Classmark | E4: BGA: BH |
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