How older people with learning disabilities perceive ageing

Robert Jenkins

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Abstract

Summary This article discusses the author's use of reflexivity in trying to gain a better understanding of ageing in older people with learning disabilities. In the general population ageing is viewed in rather negative terms and as a significant life transition. However, for some older people with learning disabilities this transition may go unnoticed because of their past negative life experiences and lack of opportunities. Reflexivity has the potential to provide nurses with greater understanding of the personal perspectives of older people with learning disabilities.
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)33 - 37
Number of pages4
JournalNursing Older People
Volume22
Issue number6
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 1 Jul 2010

Keywords

  • ageing
  • learning disabilities
  • relexivity

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