ArticleBMC health services research2026
Training social care staff in promoting self-determination and nutritional health for people with intellectual disabilities using 360
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backgroundPeople with intellectual disabilities living in supported housing facilities are vulnerable to developing obesity and malnutrition. It is therefore essential to strengthen staff competence in providing nutrition and dietary support for people with intellectual disabilities, with particular attention to balancing the provision of appropriate health care with the promotion of residents’ autonomy and self-determination. The aim of this study was to explore social care service providers’ experiences with a teaching and learning approach that combines the use of 360° virtual reality videos with structured ethical reflection focusing on self-determination and preventive dietary work for people with intellectual disabilities.
methodsThis study employed an explorative qualitative design that tested a learning intervention consisting of watching a 360o video followed by participating in a structured group reflection. Data were collected through three focus group interviews with a total of 14 participants from two Norwegian municipality-based supported housing facilities for people with intellectual disabilities. The data were analysed using inductive reflexive thematic analysis.
resultsThree main themes with associated subthemes were identified: (a) the opportunity to experience and immerse oneself in a challenging situation, (b) the opportunity to expand perspectives together, and (c) Satisfaction with the teaching and learning approach. The 360o videos demonstrated immersive qualities, such as authenticity, presence and emotional engagement. Our results also showed that the teaching and learning approach heightened self-awareness, ethical sensitivity, reflection and ethical judgement related to the facilitation of self-determination for people with intellectual disabilities.
conclusionsOur results showed that the teaching and learning approach of combining 360° videos with structured ethical reflection provided an immersive experience and stimulated meaningful reflections, on which the experiential learning process depends. The participants in our study revealed rich perspectives and strong competence related to supporting residents, showing that staff members can be a potential source for increasing ethical awareness and preventing unethical practices in the support of people with intellectual disabilities regarding food and eating.
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