Abstract
The aim of this thesis was to investigate the effects of Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT) in people with intellectual disabilities (ID) and the effects of Solution-Focused Coaching (SFC) of staff supporting people with ID. Clients receiving SFT, and staff receiving SFC, were compared with clients and staff receiving care-as-usual, and coaching-as-usual respectively. After SFT, the SFBT-clients almost all reached their goals and performed better on psychological, social functioning, and resilience. After SFC, SFC-staff progressed towards their team goals and improved on proactive thinking and on the quality of client-caregiver relationships. This strengths-based SF-approach was valued positively by both clients and staff.
Original language | English |
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Qualification | Doctor of Philosophy |
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Award date | 19 Dec 2012 |
Place of Publication | Maastricht |
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Print ISBNs | 978-90-6455-7156 |
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Publication status | Published - 1 Jan 2012 |