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Information for health and mental health workers supporting people with disability
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Publication type:
Fact sheet
Audience:
Health sector
Language:
English
Description:
The fact sheet covers:
- whether people with intellectual or developmental disability are at greater risk of COVID-19
- why people with intellectual or developmental disability are more likely to experience mental ill health during the COVID-19 pandemic
- the role health and mental health professionals can play
- how you can help reduce anxiety and stress
- what to consider when preparing to assess a person with intellectual or developmental disability
- what to consider when assessing the significance of changes in mood, thoughts or behaviour
- how to manage mental health and behavioural concerns
- where to get more information