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ArticleJournal of applied research in intellectual disabilities : JARID2023

Self-advocates with Down syndrome research the lived experiences of COVID-19 lockdowns in Aotearoa New Zealand.

Franco Vaccarino, Zandra Vaccarino, Duncan Armstrong, Edward Borkin, Alexandra Hewitt, Andrew Oswin, Caroline Quick, Erin Smith, Averill Glew

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Franco VaccarinoSchool of Communication, Journalism and Marketing, Massey University, Manawatū campus, Palmerston North, Aotearoa, New Zealand.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6613-8430
Zandra VaccarinoNew Zealand Down Syndrome Association, Auckland, Aotearoa, New Zealand.
Duncan ArmstrongNew Zealand Down Syndrome Association, Auckland, Aotearoa, New Zealand.
Edward BorkinNew Zealand Down Syndrome Association, Auckland, Aotearoa, New Zealand.
Alexandra HewittNew Zealand Down Syndrome Association, Auckland, Aotearoa, New Zealand.
Andrew OswinNew Zealand Down Syndrome Association, Auckland, Aotearoa, New Zealand.
Caroline QuickNew Zealand Down Syndrome Association, Auckland, Aotearoa, New Zealand.
Erin SmithNew Zealand Down Syndrome Association, Auckland, Aotearoa, New Zealand.
Averill GlewNew Zealand Down Syndrome Association, Auckland, Aotearoa, New Zealand.

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Massey University CAUL 2022
6 · The paper itself

Abstract

backgroundIndividuals with Down syndrome are particularly vulnerable to COVID-19 because they are recognised as significantly immunocompromised. Yet their voices regarding their lived experiences of pandemic lockdowns have not been sought or heard.

aimThis study aims to describe the lived experiences of people with Down syndrome during the pandemic lockdowns in Aotearoa New Zealand to add evidence in order to inform systemic advocacy.

methodA mixed-methods approach positioned within an inclusive research paradigm was used, in which a group of self-advocates with Down syndrome co-designed a structured interview schedule and conducted 40 face-to-face interviews. Key themes were identified by using content analysis.

resultsDespite the difficulties associated with lockdowns and participants not receiving their usual supports and having to make significant adjustments, they remained positive, adapted well, and demonstrated a high level of resilience and adaptability.

conclusionsThe findings add to the limited research on the lived experiences of people with Down syndrome during pandemic lockdowns. This research has given them a voice to contribute to policy, government initiatives, and service providers; particularly on issues around support during lockdown and staying connected with others.

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COVID-19Down SyndromeIntellectual DisabilityCommunicable Disease ControlHumansNew ZealandPatient AdvocacyCOVID-19Down syndromeinclusive researchlockdownself-advocates

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PMCPMC9877824

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