‘ART IN PRISONS’ A literature review of the philosophies and impacts of visual arts programs for correctional populations
This report is a review of academic and other literature examining the impacts of art in prison programs.
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‘I know my body, I’ve lived in it all my life’: Therapy, surgery and remediation experiences of young people with disabilities
This articles discusses the physical, social and emotional implications of remediation from the perspective of young people who are growing up with a disability.
‘Out of pocket’ costs to stroke patients during the first year after stroke – results from the North East Melbourne Stroke Incidence Study
This study aimed to determine the nature and magnitude of ‘out of pocket’ costs to stroke patients during the first year after stroke.
"Absence Makes the Heart Grow Fonder": Students with Chronic Illness Seeking Academic Continuity through Interaction with Their Teachers at School
This study investigated secondary school students' access and to and utilisation of opportunities to learn effectively so that academic progress is made despite disruption to full-time schooling. It discussed the implications of academic support for students with chronic illness.
"It's different in the country" supporting ageing-in-place for people with developmental disability: an exploration of rural and metropolitan perspectives
This paper assesses the gaps that exist in current disability and aged care sectors that are affecting successful ageing of people with developmental disabilities in both rural and urban regions of NSW and Queensland.
"Lost in the crowd": issues confronting adults with intellectual disabilities and their family members
This paper reports on the process and outcomes of a small qualitative study which identifies the issues for people to determine what services might be more suitable to support adults with an intellectual disability.
A consideration of medicalisation: Choice, engagement and other responsibilities of parents of children with autism spectrum disorder
This paper presents parents' experiences of diagnosis and treatment of children with autism. Information was collected from parents living in four Australian states. The treatment of autism was a complicated process involving consumption, advocacy and education.
A Functioning and Related Health Outcomes Module: The development of a data capture tool for health and community services information systems
This report describes work that sets out to explore the value of a module of information on functional status as a health outcomes measure and to develop a framework for the development of such a module.
A mobile telemedicine-enabled ear screening service for Indigenous children in Queensland: activity and outcomes in the first three years
This paper reports on the effectiveness of a mobile ear-screening service in an Indigenous community in Queensland.
A narrative review of Men's Sheds literature: Reducing social isolation and promoting men's health and well-being
This paper reviews literature on Men's Shed programmes. The objective of the programme is to promote men's health and well-being. The study found a limited amount of literature on the topic. Moreover, it highlights the importance of examining the potential benefits of Men's Shed programmes.
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