This is the first part of a short CareKnowledge series which provides context around the recent increase in adult diagnosis of autism, particularly in those demographics that have been historically underdiagnosed. Read article
This guidance provides Scottish Health and Social Care Partnerships with a model of good practice to support a reduction in delayed discharges when adults lack mental capacity. Read article
This article evaluates randomised controlled trials describing reablement and investigates the population, interventions, delivery and sustainability of outcomes. Read article
This CareKnowledge report analyses the practical application of the cultural humility framework, with the intention of improving cross-cultural learning and promoting a more equal relationship between practitioners and clients. Read article
This study examines the terminology preference of Dutch autistic adults and parents of autistic children. Read article
This CareKnowledge report explores how care homes could be part of the solution to current social issues such as loneliness, mental ill health and the cost of living crisis. Read article
This article provides an overview of the law and principles relating to the assessment of mental capacity. Read article
A child safeguarding practice review, carried out after the death of a 15-month-old child who was found asphyxiated after becoming caught in a high chair. Read article
A summary of key issues and learning for improving practice around child sexual exploitation. Read article
This CareKnowledge report looks at the role social workers can play when working with a family after a parent has accessed child sexual abuse material. It considers known risk factors, the design of a safety plan and the provision of ongoing support. Read article
A CareKnowledge briefing that summarises the key learning points from the government's updated guidance on criminal exploitation of children, young people and vulnerable adults. The report brings together some of the important themes for frontline professionals to consider when forming a safeguarding response to victims of county lines. Read article
This guidance outlines the responsibilities of NHS Scotland, local authorities, housing and education partners for the provision of equipment and adaptations. Read article
This report explores what it means in practice to implement the Scottish Independent Care Review recommendations for infants aged 0-3 years. Read article
This report contains the findings of five pilot assessments carried out by CQC under its new responsibility to assess how local authorities meet their duties under Part 1 of the Care Act (2014). Read article
A report examining professionals’ views about how children and families who have been through abuse and neglect are experiencing justice, child protection, health and recovery services via Scotland’s first Barnahus. Read article
A charter that sets out how services and systems in England should support all women involved with children’s social care from conception to their child’s second birthday – the period known as the '1001 critical days'. Read article
An exploration of the relationship between adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and substance abuse, juvenile delinquency, and life-course offending, as well as the possible causes of these relationships. Read article
The Care Quality Commission's annual analysis of the quality of health and adult social care in England. Read article
An exploration of practitioner understanding of trauma-informed approaches when working with people with experience of homelessness and multiple disadvantage. Read article
This CareKnowledge briefing considers the current status of The Promise Scotland, its subsequent plans, and letter from Fiona Duncan, Independent Strategic Advisor, on plans for 2024-30. Read article
An exploration of the use of trauma-informed practices in foster and kinship care. Read article
