Commentary on “Brief report on six clinical cases of trauma in families who have children and adults who have a learning disability and/or are autistic”

Abstract

PurposeThe purpose of this commentary is to explore some of the research on family carers of people who have a learning disability and/or are autistic.Design/methodology/approachThe approach is a narrative commentary.FindingsFamily carers of people who have a learning disability and/or are autistic may have needs related to mental health and well-being; however, formal systems of support and resources are limited.Originality/valueThe commentary explores and integrates perspectives from international research findings to provide a context/background of broader literature in which the paper by Blackman et al., is situated.