Physical Health of Adults with Intellectual Disabilities

Vee P. Prasher is Associate Professor - Neurodevelopmental Psychiatry within Birmingham Specialist Community Health NHS Trust (Services for People with Learning Disabilities), United Kingdom. Matthew P. Janicki is Research Associate Professor, Department of Disability and Human Development, University of Illinois at Chicago, United States of America. Foreword written by Robert Cooke, M.D., Senior Health Advisor to the Joseph P. Kennedy, Jr., Foundation and originator of the National Institute for Child Health and Human Development in the United States of America

Overview of 'Healthy Aging': Epidemiological Concerns and Issues. Assessment Processes of Physical Health in Older Adults. Syndrome Specific Conditions. Cerebral Palsy and Aging. Epilepsy and Aging in Adults with Intellectual Disabilities. Visual Impairment in Adults with Intellectual Disabilities. Hearing Impairment and Aging. Endocrinological Issues in Aging and Intellectual Disabilities. Dentition and Oral Health. Health Promotion and Disease Prevention. Barriers to Health Care Services