A mixed methods study of children's social workers' decision-making relating to families headed by parents with intellectual disabilities

Thesis

People with intellectual disabilities (ID) have faced prejudice throughout history. The evolution of human and civil rights particularly pertaining to individuals with disabilities led to dramatic revision of governmental policy. People with ID are better supported in many areas of their lives. However, as parents, they experience disproportionately high rates of child removal compared to other groups. A three-stage mixed methods approach was used to investigate decision-making by children...

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Authors: Retzer, A

• Type of award: DPhil
• Level of award: Doctoral
• Awarding institution: University of Oxford
• Keywords: mixed methods; public health; intellectual disability; parenting
• Subjects: Social workers; Mixed methods research; Public health; parents with intellectual disabilities