TAI and ACE are effective treatments, but time-consuming and difficult to perform independently. Higher parental satisfaction is obtained with ACE. Irrespective of method the children who can use the toilet independently report a higher quality of life, which makes efforts to support independence valuable.
Interviews were not sufficiently accurate to assess independence in the toilet activity. Instead, observations including time to completion are recommended. The execution of the toilet activity is influenced by the environmental context.
These young people would be helped if supported more towards independence by people inside their circle. Today, support is usually given by personal assistants and by the use of advanced techniques. Less support is given for development towards independence. Competent health-care professionals working together with the parents should have the opportunity to provide such valuable support.
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