People with intellectual disabilities living in care facilities engaging in virtual social contact: A systematic review of the feasibility and effects on well‐being

Background During the initial phase of the COVID‐19 pandemic, many people with disabilities living in home care facilities could not receive visitors. The use of virtual social contact has been recommended by health authorities. This systematic review examined the scientific evidence of the use and...

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Published in:Journal of applied research in intellectual disabilities 2022-01, Vol.35 (1), p.60-74
Main Authors: Bakkum, Lianne, Schuengel, Carlo, Sterkenburg, Paula S., Frielink, Noud, Embregts, Petri J. C. M., Schipper, Johanna Clasien, Brug, Annet, Tharner, Anne
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Assisted living facilities
Barriers
Computer Mediated Communication
COVID-19
Feasibility Studies
Humans
information and communication technology
Information Technology
Intellectual disabilities
Intellectual Disability
Interpersonal Communication
interpersonal relationships
Pandemics
People with disabilities
Residential Care
Review
Reviews
SARS-CoV-2
Severity (of Disability)
social contact
Social interaction
Systematic review
Video teleconferencing
Well Being
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Summary:Background During the initial phase of the COVID‐19 pandemic, many people with disabilities living in home care facilities could not receive visitors. The use of virtual social contact has been recommended by health authorities. This systematic review examined the scientific evidence of the use and feasibility of information and communication technology (ICT) for social contact by people with intellectual disabilities living in care facilities, and potential effects on well‐being. Methods Five databases were searched using traditional systematic screening and machine‐learning supported screening. Findings are presented in a narrative synthesis using thematic analysis. Results Nine studies were included. We described three themes: means of ICT used for social contact; effects on well‐being; and benefits, barriers, and preconditions. Conclusions Engaging in virtual social contact may be feasible for people with severe to mild intellectual disabilities, but there is little concrete evidence that this can be used as an alternative for in‐person contact.
ISSN:1360-2322
1468-3148
1468-3148
DOI:10.1111/jar.12926