An open randomized controlled trial of the effects of linguistic simplification and mediation on the comprehension of “easy read” text by people with intellectual disabilities

Buell, Susan; Langdon, Peter E.; Pounds, Gabrina; Bunning, Karen

doi:10.1111/jar.12666

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“…It may be that it was this more personal connection that enabled the use of the 'Beating the Blues' resource to stimulate discussion and self-reflection. Such an interpretation is in keeping with the very welcome trend within the AI evidence base, which recognises the importance of the social construction of meaning and a reminder to consider the context in which the resource is used [18,31].…”

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confidence: 54%

“…However, accessibility extends beyond easy-read materials; carers also appreciated the benefits of diverse and engaging formats, with one carer highlighting the positive outcomes of including a group of clients in a drama-based workshop on hate crime. Buell (2020) discusses the possible benefits of supplementing easy-read resources with other mechanisms such as role play or real-life experiences to support increased understanding [18]. Waight and Oldreive (2020) also note the potential of video and narrative formats as means of promoting understanding, encouraging the exploration of narrative (including drama sessions) to enhance health information provision [30].…”

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confidence: 99%

“…Although a variety of guidelines exist that seek to embed consistency and quality in the production of easy read materials, these guidelines themselves carry inconsistencies, as well as frequently being devoid of any reference to a clear evidence base [14]. In light of these issues, the emergence of a critical discourse regarding information provision in recent years has been a welcome development, with authors such as Buell [18], Chin [19], Mander [20], and Oldreive and Waight [21], bringing much needed technical and theoretical insight to the issue, while continuing to recognise the validity of the values-based arguments supporting its implementation and addressing the persistent inequalities faced by people with intellectual disability.…”

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“…The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the importance of clear communication and messaging from governments across the globe [22] and specific advice to reduce the use of technical language in public messaging [18]. While the AI agenda encompasses far more than just these issues, it has much to offer at a time when collaboration between disparate partners in the common good has become a familiar phenomenon.…”

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The Importance of Accessible Information in Promoting the Inclusion of People with an Intellectual Disability

2021

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People with an intellectual disability experience high levels of social exclusion and a range of health inequalities. Increased inclusion and participation in healthcare decision making have been identified as key to promoting inclusion in health and social care. However, achieving these objectives requires increased recognition of the communication and health literacy needs of individuals with an intellectual disability and consideration of the appropriateness of the information currently provided. In this article, we report the results of a pre-COVID-19 qualitative study exploring the provision and use of accessible information to support the healthcare inclusion of individuals with an intellectual disability. A total of 35 clinicians participated in focus group discussions, and 10 people with intellectual disabilities and 10 carers were interviewed regarding their experiences of using accessible health-related information. Qualitative data analysis using a framework approach highlighted the crucial role of communication partners when using accessible information, deficits in current National Health Service (NHS: UK’s publicly funded health care system) information provision in the UK, and possible broader relevance of accessible resources. The implications of these findings for the provision of accessible information in a post-COVID-19 environment are explored, and recommendations are made for the increased integration and theory-driven research to inform the provision, content, and use of health-related information, especially the provision of online information, in the future.

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“…Participants were happy to suggest improvements and unanimously agreed that more audio-visual content to compliment or replace verbal content was essential to improve their overall understanding and the accessibility of the programs. Optimising an intervention's ease-of-use might then be achieved by adopting guidelines to produce easier to read materials and accounting for the need of mediation (Buell, Langdon, Pounds, & Bunning, 2020;Karreman, Van Der Geest, & Buursink, 2007), employing universal design principles, and integrating other means to simplify the therapeutic concepts and methods (Hurley, Tomasulo, & Pfadt, 1998;Sheehan & Hassiotis, 2017).…”

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Applying the Technology Acceptance Model to Digital Mental Health Interventions: A Qualitative Exploration with Adults with Intellectual Disabilities

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Trussat

Baucke

2021

Journal of Mental Health Research in Intellectual Disabilities

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Introduction: Digital mental health interventions are on the rise; yet people with intellectual disabilities are not generally seen as their potential users. This study aims to explore the accessability of two mainstream online mood-management programmes.Methods: Using a qualitative study design, 12 adults with intellectual disabilities were interviewed while accessing moodgym and iFightDepression®. Thematic analysis was used to explore the programs' accessibility according to the technology acceptance model. Results:The programs' ease-of-use was considered in terms of visual appeal, support needs, and essential skills for independent program use. Perceived usefulness concerned participants' understanding of the purpose and expected personal benefits associated with the interventions. Finally, intention to use and motivation to interact with the interventions were key aspects of participants' attititudes towards them. Conclusion:Improving intervention accessibility is a first important step to ensure people with intellectual disabilities can understand the purpose and content of digital mental health interventions.

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Empirical evaluation of Easy Language recommendations: a systematic literature review from journal research in Catalan, English, and Spanish

González-Sordé

Matamala

2023

Univ Access Inf Soc

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Easy Language is a language variety that aims to make information more comprehensible and, ultimately, more accessible. Content in this variety is written and designed following a set of recommendations that have been published in different guidelines. However, it remains uncertain to what extent these recommendations are backed up by empirical research. The aim of this study is to review the existing literature that evaluates current recommendations in Easy Language guidelines, on the basis of the following research questions: (a) is there empirical research that evaluates current international Easy Language recommendations? and, (b) if so, what current international Easy Language recommendations are supported by empirical research and what results were obtained? To this end, we conducted a systematic literature review based on journal articles in three languages: Catalan, English, and Spanish. First, a systematic search was designed and performed in 10 databases of different fields of science. Then, we reviewed every article that resulted from the search and found that 6 publications out of the initial 617 met the inclusion criteria and could be considered relevant for the study. Based on the data extracted from the included publications, and after an overall review of our systematic search results, we safely state that there is indeed empirical research on some current Easy Language recommendations. Nevertheless, empirical research in the field (at least in the publication format and languages considered in our study) is not enough in terms of the number of publications, and the findings obtained are far from generalisable. Our literature review suggests future lines of research, and we hope that it fosters empirical studies in the field that help support the existing findings.

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An open randomized controlled trial of the effects of linguistic simplification and mediation on the comprehension of “easy read” text by people with intellectual disabilities

Cited by 14 publications

References 43 publications

The Importance of Accessible Information in Promoting the Inclusion of People with an Intellectual Disability

The Importance of Accessible Information in Promoting the Inclusion of People with an Intellectual Disability

Applying the Technology Acceptance Model to Digital Mental Health Interventions: A Qualitative Exploration with Adults with Intellectual Disabilities

Empirical evaluation of Easy Language recommendations: a systematic literature review from journal research in Catalan, English, and Spanish

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