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Integrated Care for People with Intellectual Disability and Autism Spectrum Disorder

In: Handbook of Integrated Care

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  • Marco O. Bertelli

    (Misericordia di Firenze)

  • Annamaria Bianco

    (Misericordia di Firenze)

  • Luana Salerno

    (Misericordia di Firenze
    INS Istituto di Neuroscienze)

  • Luis Salvador-Carulla

    (University of Canberra)

Abstract

Over recent decades, the care of individuals with intellectual disability (IDD) and autism spectrum disorder (ASD) has gained increasing attention due to their rising prevalence rates, the mental and physical vulnerability, and the shift toward community-based care. Despite advancements in healthcare, individuals with these neurodevelopmental conditions still face significant barriers to accessing quality care, including systemic inadequacies, lack of trained professionals, and fragmented services. Holistic care approaches, incorporating physical, behavioral, and mental health perspectives, are critical for enhancing the quality of life for individuals with IDD and ASD as well as interdisciplinary training, and policy reforms to improve outcomes and enhance the quality of life for individuals with IDD and ASD. The crucial role of families and caregivers is also discussed, along with the impact of transitions between different life stages and care systems.

Suggested Citation

  • Marco O. Bertelli & Annamaria Bianco & Luana Salerno & Luis Salvador-Carulla, 2025. "Integrated Care for People with Intellectual Disability and Autism Spectrum Disorder," Springer Books, in: Volker Amelung & Viktoria Stein & Esther Suter & Nicholas Goodwin & Ran Balicer & Anna-Sophia Beese (ed.), Handbook of Integrated Care, edition 0, chapter 54, pages 1037-1056, Springer.
    • Handle: RePEc:spr:sprchp:978-3-031-96286-8_45
    DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-96286-8_45
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