Learning Disability Nursing
Use this guide to find information resources about learning disability nursing including books, reports and journal articles.
Key Resources
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Eating and drinking with acknowledged risks refers to the decision to continue eating and drinking despite the associated risks from having dysphagia. These risks may refer to aspiration, malnutrition, dehydration and choking. This publication is endorsed by the RCN.
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Book subject searches
Journal articles
- Aggressive behaviour and learning disability
- Autistic spectrum disorders
- Challenging behaviour and learning disability
- Complex needs and learning disability
- Criminal justice services
- Epilepsy
- Health inequalities and learning disability
- Learning disability
- Safeguarding and learning disability
- Sexuality and learning disabilities
Journals

- British journal of learning disabilities
- International journal of developmental disabilities
- Journal of adult protection
- Journal of intellectual and developmental disability
- Journal of intellectual disability research
- Learning disability practice
- Sexuality and disability
- Tizard learning disability review
Exhibitions

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This exhibition traces the fascinating origins and journey of learning disability nursing, from institutionalised care, through urgent changes in the twentieth century, to supporting people to live independent, fulfilling lives today.
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Nursing History Collection

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Upcoming events relating to this subject guide
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14 Oct 2025 Online
Contemporary issues in learning disability nursing
This event will explore a variety of contemporary issues impacting on people with learning disabilities, including research, online safety, positive behaviour support, communication and accessibility and inclusivity in health care practice.
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23 Oct 2025 - 30 Oct 2025 Online
Nursing in learning disabilities
Join us to share your vital insights on learning disabilities nursing.
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13 Nov 2025 Online
Out of the shadows: Shining a light on registered nurses in learning disability working in social care
This Learning Disability Nursing Forum webinar aims to help raise the profile of Registered Nurses in Learning Disability working in social care.
Page last updated - 17/09/2024