Negative and Positive Experiences During the COVID-19 Pandemic in Canadians With Developmental Disabilities: A One-Year Ontario-Based Survey.

Caroline KasseePatrick JachyraVijitha MahalingamAmi TintHsiang-Yuan LinStephanie H AmeisAdriana Di MartinoYona LunskyMeng-Chuan Lai

Published in: Journal of applied research in intellectual disabilities : JARID (2024)

Despite both negative and positive influences on individuals with developmental disabilities and their families, the prolonged pandemic had wide-ranging repercussions. Emergency preparedness planning should consider the disruptive effects of public health measures on routine and support for this vulnerable population.

Keyphrases

public health
sars cov
coronavirus disease
global health
mental health
clinical practice
emergency department
healthcare
cross sectional