Multimorbidity in older people with intellectual disability.

Rafat Hussain Stuart Wark Matthew P Janicki Trevor R ParmenterMarie Knox

Published in: Journal of applied research in intellectual disabilities : JARID (2020)

There was significant multimorbidity in older PwID, with evolution of life trajectories of select conditions associated with socioeconomic disadvantage and heath facility access barriers. Greater scrutiny of progressive health debilitation leading into older age and increased engagement by healthcare systems is required earlier in the lives of PwID.

Keyphrases

intellectual disability
healthcare
autism spectrum disorder
community dwelling
middle aged
physical activity
public health
multiple sclerosis
health information
social media
mental health
depressive symptoms
health promotion
risk assessment
climate change