An integrative review of multicomponent weight management interventions for adults with intellectual disabilities.

Alison Jayne DohertyStephanie P JonesUmesh ChauhanJosephine M E Gibson

Published in: Journal of applied research in intellectual disabilities : JARID (2017)

Emerging evidence suggests ways in which MCIs can be tailored for adults with intellectual disabilities but, given the few studies identified, it is not possible to recommend how they can be routinely tailored. Further studies are justified for adults with intellectual disabilities at risk of obesity-related conditions.

Keyphrases

weight loss
physical activity
case control
weight gain
smoking cessation
metabolic syndrome
insulin resistance
type diabetes
body mass index