Intellectual Disabilities and Personality Disorder: an integrated approach

This book gives professionals and carers a framework for understanding and addressing the problems that arise when an individual has intellectual disabilities and a personality disorder. It covers: unhealthy self-image and low self-esteem; emotional distress; difficulties with interpersonal relationships; difficulties in relationships with staff; difficulties with self-control and impulsivity; distorted thinking; physical health problems; mental health problems; challenging behaviours; suicidal behaviour and self-harm; crisis management; difficulties engaging with services; tensions and disagreements within and between teams; difficulties with relatives, family and partners.