Information for health and mental health workers supporting people with disability
This fact sheet provides information and guidance for health and mental health workers providing care to people with intellectual or developmental disability during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Information for health and mental health workers supporting people with disability
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Publication date:
20 May 2020
Last updated:
27 May 2020
Publication type:
Fact sheet
Intended audience:
Health sector
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