Wordless intervention for epilepsy in learning disabilities (WIELD) : study protocol for a randomized controlled feasibility trial
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Durand, Marie-Anne
Gates, Robert
Parkes, Georgina
Zia, Asif
Friedli, Karin
Barton, Garry
Ring, Howard
Oostendorp, Linda
Wellsted, D.
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2299/14909
Abstract
Epilepsy is the most common neurological problem that affects people with learning disabilities. The high seizure frequency, resistance to treatments, associated skills deficit and co-morbidities make the management of epilepsy particularly challenging for people with learning disabilities. The Books Beyond Words booklet for epilepsy uses images to help people with learning disabilities manage their condition and improve quality of life. Our aim is to conduct a randomized controlled feasibility trial exploring key methodological, design and acceptability issues, in order to subsequently undertake a large-scale randomized controlled trial of the Books Beyond Words booklet for epilepsy