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Adaptation of behavioural activation for adolescents with mild to moderate intellectual disabilities and depression

  • By

  • Lauren A. Cameron

  • Glenn A. Melvin

  • Richard P. Hastings

  • Andreas Paris

  • Andrew Jahoda

  • Amy Meade

  • Kylie M. Gray

  • May 8, 2026

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    Adolescents with intellectual disabilities face a high risk of depression, necessitating tailored psychological interventions.

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    The Beat-D intervention adapts the Beat-It program for adults to address depression in adolescents with mild to moderate intellectual disabilities.

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    An iterative, three-phase approach was used to adapt the intervention, involving reviews and consultations with parents and professionals.

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    The final Beat-D manual incorporates feedback to ensure it meets the unique needs of adolescents with intellectual disabilities.

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    Future evaluations of Beat-D aim to assess its effectiveness and accessibility for treating depression in this population.

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Adaptation of behavioural activation for adolescents with mild to moderate intellectual disabilities and depression

  • by Lauren A. Cameron, Glenn A. Melvin, Richard P. Hastings, Andreas Paris, Andrew Jahoda, Amy Meade, Kylie M. Gray

  • May 8, 2026

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