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A Narrative Exploration of Lived Experiences of Mental Health Difficulties in Trainee Mental Health Practitioners (2023)
Thesis
Reid, A. E. (2023). A Narrative Exploration of Lived Experiences of Mental Health Difficulties in Trainee Mental Health Practitioners. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4436217

This thesis portfolio comprises three parts and considers the experiences of trainee mental health practitioners’ lived experiences of mental health difficulties. Part One: Systematic Literature Review Part one contains a systematic literature revi... Read More about A Narrative Exploration of Lived Experiences of Mental Health Difficulties in Trainee Mental Health Practitioners.

Exploring the experiences of parental attachment and familial reputation in the Indian Hindu population. (2023)
Thesis
Sakaria, N. A. R. (2023). Exploring the experiences of parental attachment and familial reputation in the Indian Hindu population. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4425372

This thesis portfolio comprises three parts: a systematic literature review, an empirical paper, and appendices. The thesis explored the experiences of family reputation and parental attachment within the Indian Hindu population in the UK. Part One:... Read More about Exploring the experiences of parental attachment and familial reputation in the Indian Hindu population..

Exploring the Experiences of Compassion in Men Living with Infertility (2023)
Thesis
Wallis, E. C. M. (2023). Exploring the Experiences of Compassion in Men Living with Infertility. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4448390

This thesis portfolio comprises three parts: a systematic literature review, an empirical paper, and appendices. Part One: The systematic literature review explores perceptions of masculinity in the context of infertility for men. A systematic searc... Read More about Exploring the Experiences of Compassion in Men Living with Infertility.

Measuring aspects of self in dementia and investigating the validity of a self-compassion scale (2023)
Thesis
Baggaley, J. A. (2023). Measuring aspects of self in dementia and investigating the validity of a self-compassion scale. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4443529

This portfolio thesis consists of three parts. Part one is a systematic literature review, part two is an empirical paper and part three forms the accompanying appendices. Overall, they aim to evaluate and to add to the existing literature in relatio... Read More about Measuring aspects of self in dementia and investigating the validity of a self-compassion scale.

Exploring Wellbeing in Foster Care: Learning from the Stories of Children, Young People and Foster Carers (2023)
Thesis
Goldsmith, E. H. (2023). Exploring Wellbeing in Foster Care: Learning from the Stories of Children, Young People and Foster Carers. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4443488

This portfolio thesis comprises three parts: a systematic literature review, an empirical paper andappendices. Collectively, these parts seek to explore children, young people and foster carers’experiences of wellbeing, attending to the complex inter... Read More about Exploring Wellbeing in Foster Care: Learning from the Stories of Children, Young People and Foster Carers.

Co-developing components of a positive psychology intervention for people with dementia (2023)
Thesis
Jackman, V. (2023). Co-developing components of a positive psychology intervention for people with dementia. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4448480

This thesis portfolio comprises three parts: Part One: Systematic Literature Review The systematic literature review used a positive psychology framework to synthesise the character strength-based interventions that have been used to increase wellb... Read More about Co-developing components of a positive psychology intervention for people with dementia.

Exploring Clients and Therapists Experiences of Trauma-Focused Therapies (2023)
Thesis
Townshend, A. E. (2023). Exploring Clients and Therapists Experiences of Trauma-Focused Therapies. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4435712

This portfolio thesis contains three parts. Part One is a systematic literature review and Part Two is an empirical paper. Together they provide a greater understanding of clients’ and therapists’ experiences of trauma-focused therapies. Part Three f... Read More about Exploring Clients and Therapists Experiences of Trauma-Focused Therapies.

Relationship between proactive coping and compassion fatigue in palliative care nurses working in oncology (2023)
Thesis
Fletcher, C. (2023). Relationship between proactive coping and compassion fatigue in palliative care nurses working in oncology. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4448376

This thesis portfolio comprises three parts: Part One: Systematic Literature Review Part one is a literature review which explores the literature surrounding the experience of self-compassion and emotional expression in individuals who have been di... Read More about Relationship between proactive coping and compassion fatigue in palliative care nurses working in oncology.

An Exploration of Working Capacity and Return to Work after Cerebrovascular Accident (2023)
Thesis
McCaffer, K. (2023). An Exploration of Working Capacity and Return to Work after Cerebrovascular Accident. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4448427

This portfolio contains three parts. Part one is a systematic literature review, in which the empirical literature concerning the psychological and neuropsychological comorbidities related to working capacity following stroke is reviewed. Part two is... Read More about An Exploration of Working Capacity and Return to Work after Cerebrovascular Accident.

Understanding the Impact of Trauma, Violence and Abuse - An Exploration of the Experience of Exposure to Violence. (2023)
Thesis
Pickering, S. M. (2023). Understanding the Impact of Trauma, Violence and Abuse - An Exploration of the Experience of Exposure to Violence. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4458900

This portfolio thesis comprises of three parts: Part One: Systematic Literature Review Part one contains a systematic review which explores the use of Compassion Focussed Therapy (CFT) with adult survivors of violence, trauma, and abuse (VTA). A sys... Read More about Understanding the Impact of Trauma, Violence and Abuse - An Exploration of the Experience of Exposure to Violence..

Establishing cultural differences dealing with lockdown and the impact of COVID-19 on mental health services, UK (2023)
Thesis
Sidhu, H. K. (2023). Establishing cultural differences dealing with lockdown and the impact of COVID-19 on mental health services, UK. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4425255

Part One: Systematic Literature Review The systematic literature review looked at the impact of COVID-19 on mental health services. A literature search using five databases found fifteen papers that met the inclusion criteria. The Mixed Methods Appr... Read More about Establishing cultural differences dealing with lockdown and the impact of COVID-19 on mental health services, UK.

Exploring experiences of wellbeing amongst psychological professionals in healthcare (2023)
Thesis
Hussey, . C. (2023). Exploring experiences of wellbeing amongst psychological professionals in healthcare. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4448366

This thesis portfolio comprises three parts: a systematic literature review, an empirical paper and appendices. This thesis aims to explore experiences of wellbeing amongst psychological professionals working within healthcare, with a particular focu... Read More about Exploring experiences of wellbeing amongst psychological professionals in healthcare.

Mothers’ experience of Intensive Interaction (2021)
Journal Article
Berridge, S., & Hutchinson, N. (2021). Mothers’ experience of Intensive Interaction. Journal of Intellectual Disabilities, 26(2), 391-406. https://doi.org/10.1177/1744629521995374

There is limited research into parents’ experiences of Intensive Interaction. Despite this, there are parents who use it and may hold unique experiences. Exploring this could provide insight into how to support parents using Intensive Interaction. Si... Read More about Mothers’ experience of Intensive Interaction.

Changes in understandings and perceptions of individuals, significant others and community supporters involved in a theatre company for adults with intellectual disabilities (2019)
Journal Article
Dickinson, D., & Hutchinson, N. (2019). Changes in understandings and perceptions of individuals, significant others and community supporters involved in a theatre company for adults with intellectual disabilities. Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 32(3), 691-705. https://doi.org/10.1111/jar.12564

Background: Theatre companies to show positive capabilities and identities of people with intellectual disabilities have been established. Existing research focuses upon sole theatre performances, and rarely includes the impacts on those in the immed... Read More about Changes in understandings and perceptions of individuals, significant others and community supporters involved in a theatre company for adults with intellectual disabilities.

The transition to adulthood and adult services for young people with intellectual disabilities : multiple perspectives (2018)
Thesis
Doski, A. (2018). The transition to adulthood and adult services for young people with intellectual disabilities : multiple perspectives. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4220941

This portfolio thesis consists of three parts: Part one - Systematic Literature Review The systematic literature explores and conceptualises the existing empirical literature relating to parent’s experiences of the transition to adulthood for the... Read More about The transition to adulthood and adult services for young people with intellectual disabilities : multiple perspectives.

Adults with intellectual disabilities’ lived experiences of wellbeing and the Internet : a descriptive phenomenological study (2018)
Thesis
Hebblewhite, G. H. (2018). Adults with intellectual disabilities’ lived experiences of wellbeing and the Internet : a descriptive phenomenological study. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4500279

Internet usage continues to increase among adults with intellectual disabilities (IDs), but many are scared to use the internet or are denied access by those who care for them. The internet offers many opportunities, such as the ability to increase s... Read More about Adults with intellectual disabilities’ lived experiences of wellbeing and the Internet : a descriptive phenomenological study.

Families' experiences of raising concerns in health care services: an interpretative phenomenological analysis (2017)
Journal Article
Bright, N., Hutchinson, N., Oakes, P., & Marsland, D. (2018). Families' experiences of raising concerns in health care services: an interpretative phenomenological analysis. Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 31(3), 405-412. https://doi.org/10.1111/jar.12419

Background This exploratory study aimed to increase understanding of the experiences of families of people with intellectual disabilities when noticing and raising concerns in services. A qualitative design was employed. Methods Seven participants (a... Read More about Families' experiences of raising concerns in health care services: an interpretative phenomenological analysis.

The Severe Impairment Battery (2017)
Book Chapter
Hutchinson, N. (2018). The Severe Impairment Battery. In V. P. Prasher (Ed.), Neuropsychological Assessments of Dementia in Down Syndrome and Intellectual Disabilities (235-254). (2nd ed.). Cham: Springer. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-61720-6_13

The term dementia is an umbrella term used to describe a clinical syndrome that consists, primarily, of significant, progressive and irreversible deterioration of cognitive functioning (learning and memory, language, perception, executive functioning... Read More about The Severe Impairment Battery.

Families of people with an intellectual disability : exploring the positives (2017)
Thesis
Wigley, J. (2017). Families of people with an intellectual disability : exploring the positives. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4219762

This portfolio thesis is comprised of three sections: a systematic literature review, an empirical study and a list of appendices. Part one is a systematic literature review in which a thematic synthesis has been completed to interpret and outline... Read More about Families of people with an intellectual disability : exploring the positives.

The effectiveness of intensive interaction, A systematic literature review (2015)
Journal Article
Hutchinson, N., & Bodicoat, A. (2015). The effectiveness of intensive interaction, A systematic literature review. Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 28(6), 437-454. https://doi.org/10.1111/jar.12138

Background Intensive Interaction is an approach used for communicating with people with profound and multiple intellectual disabilities or autism. It has gained increased recognition as a helpful technique, but the evidence has not been systematical... Read More about The effectiveness of intensive interaction, A systematic literature review.

The experiences of stopping self-harm in adults (2014)
Thesis
Rowland, C. M. (2014). The experiences of stopping self-harm in adults. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4216529

The portfolio has three parts. Parts one and two are conceptually linked by their focus on self-harm and the cessation of the practice. Part one is a systematic literature review. Each individual’s self-harm experience is unique to them but there... Read More about The experiences of stopping self-harm in adults.

The effectiveness of intensive interaction and its use in hospital settings (2013)
Thesis
Bodicoat, A. (2013). The effectiveness of intensive interaction and its use in hospital settings. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4214783

This portfolio has three parts. Part one is a systematic literature review, in which the theoretical, conceptual and empirical literature relating to the effectiveness of using Intensive Interaction with people with learning disabilities is reviewed.... Read More about The effectiveness of intensive interaction and its use in hospital settings.

The Experience of Carers in Supporting People with Intellectual Disabilities through the Process of Bereavement: An Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis (2013)
Journal Article
Handley, E., & Hutchinson, N. (2013). The Experience of Carers in Supporting People with Intellectual Disabilities through the Process of Bereavement: An Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis. Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 26(3), 186-194. https://doi.org/10.1111/jar.12025

Background: This study explored the personal experiences of family carers and residential care staff in supporting adults with intellectual disabilities through the process of bereavement. Method: A semi-structured interview was used to interview 11... Read More about The Experience of Carers in Supporting People with Intellectual Disabilities through the Process of Bereavement: An Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis.

Interpersonal factors influencing self-injury in people with learning disabilities : expressed emotion and attributions in residential care staff (2012)
Thesis
Chafer, S. (2012). Interpersonal factors influencing self-injury in people with learning disabilities : expressed emotion and attributions in residential care staff. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4213496

The portfolio has three parts: a systematic literature review, an empirical study and a set of Appendices. Part one is a systematic literature review entitled ‘The Experiences of People with Mild-Moderate Learning Disabilities who Self-Injure: A C... Read More about Interpersonal factors influencing self-injury in people with learning disabilities : expressed emotion and attributions in residential care staff.

Deliberate self-harm in adolescence : parenting and stigma (2011)
Thesis
Griffiths, J. (2011). Deliberate self-harm in adolescence : parenting and stigma. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4211550

The portfolio has three parts: a systematic literature review, an empirical study and a set of Appendixes.Part one is a systematic literature review in which empirical literature relating to the experiences of parenting a young person that engages... Read More about Deliberate self-harm in adolescence : parenting and stigma.

Further evaluation of the criterion validity of the Severe Impairment Battery for the assessment of cognitive functioning in adults with Down Syndrome (2010)
Journal Article
Hutchinson, N., & Oakes, P. (2011). Further evaluation of the criterion validity of the Severe Impairment Battery for the assessment of cognitive functioning in adults with Down Syndrome. Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 24(2), 172-180. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1468-3148.2010.00600.x

Background People with Down Syndrome are at significant risk of developing Alzheimer's disease as they get older and early assessment, diagnosis and intervention is essential. Neuro-psychological measures of cognitive functioning play an important pa... Read More about Further evaluation of the criterion validity of the Severe Impairment Battery for the assessment of cognitive functioning in adults with Down Syndrome.

The effect of choice for people with learning disabilities : a systematic review (2010)
Thesis
Bradley, J. (2010). The effect of choice for people with learning disabilities : a systematic review. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4210128

This portfolio has three parts:Part one – A systematic literature about the effects of choice for people with learning disabilities.Part two – A qualitative research study using Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis (IPA) about the experience of c... Read More about The effect of choice for people with learning disabilities : a systematic review.

Repeat pregnancies in teenage mothers (2008)
Thesis
Tomlinson, K. (2008). Repeat pregnancies in teenage mothers. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4208705

There has been very little research into repeat pregnancy in teenage mothers. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to explore the experiences of pregnant teenage mothers who were expecting their second child. Six pregnant teenage mothers were in... Read More about Repeat pregnancies in teenage mothers.

The experience of bereavement for people with intellectual disabilities (2008)
Thesis
Handley, E. (2008). The experience of bereavement for people with intellectual disabilities. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4208689

Previous research investigating the bereavement experiences of people with Intellectual Disabilities found that carers do not always prepare people for deaths or include them in mourning rituals. It has also been found that some carers lack confidenc... Read More about The experience of bereavement for people with intellectual disabilities.

Double Jeopardy? : Needs and Services for Older People Who have Learning Disabilities (2003)
Journal Article
Bland, R., Hutchinson, N., Oakes, P., & Yates, C. (2003). Double Jeopardy? : Needs and Services for Older People Who have Learning Disabilities. Journal of Intellectual Disabilities, 7(4), 323-344. https://doi.org/10.1177/1469004703074002

Increasing numbers of people with learning disabilities are living into older adulthood, creating important challenges for services. Greater local understanding of the specific health needs of this population is crucial to influence needs-led service... Read More about Double Jeopardy? : Needs and Services for Older People Who have Learning Disabilities.

Association between Down's Syndrome and Alzheimer's Disease: Review of the Literature (1999)
Journal Article
Hutchinson, N. J. (1999). Association between Down's Syndrome and Alzheimer's Disease: Review of the Literature. Journal of Intellectual Disabilities, 3(4), 194-203. https://doi.org/10.1177/174462959900300405

In recent years, advances in medical, surgical and nursing care have resulted in a dramatic increase in the life expectancy of children born with Down's syndrome (DS), giving rise to an older population of people with DS not previously seen. It has b... Read More about Association between Down's Syndrome and Alzheimer's Disease: Review of the Literature.