Is Speech and Language Therapy Effective at Improving the Communication of Adults With Intellectual Disabilities?: A Systematic Review
International Journal of Language & Communication Disorders
Wood, S., & Standen, P. (2021).
International Journal of Language & Communication Disorders, 56(2), 435-450.
This systematic review investigates the effects of speech and language interventions on improving communication outcomes in adults with intellectual disabilities.
Health Education England (United Kingdom); National Institute for Health Research (United Kingdom)
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Controlled studies (e.g., group design, single-case experimental design)
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Augmentative alternative communication, speech interventions and interventions targeting communication interactions were associated with some improvements in communication skills for adults with intellectual disabilities. Small sample sizes and low methodological quality of included studies warrants further research on the effectiveness of speech and language interventions for this population.
