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Research interests
My research interests scan the life course of people with learning disabilities and people with mental health issues, from early transitions to death and bereavement. The primary focus of my research has been to further advance the social inclusion of vulnerable adults through social networks and social support. As a qualified Barrister, I am also interested in legal issues in relation to vulnerable groups.
Other responsibilities
- Director, Centre for Analysis of Social Policy
- Academic Reviewer for NIHR SSCR & RfPB grant applications
- Editorial Board Member of several National and International Journals
Teaching interests
- Social Policy
- Research Ethics
- Disability (including Learning Disability)
- Stigma
- Quality of Life
Education/Academic qualification
MA in Higher Education (with Distinction)
LLB (Hons), Bachelor of Laws
Bar Professional Training Course
PhD, Doctor of Philosophy
BScEcon (Hons) American Studies & Sociology
External positions
Honorary Professor, University of Kent
Senior Fellow of National Institute of Health Research School for Social Care
CBF/MENCAP Legal Panal member
Fellow of Higher Education Academy
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Projects
Love and romance: Supporting people with mental health problems develop fulfilling romantic relationships
Forrester-Jones, R. & Dixon, J.
1/07/19 → 30/11/19
Project: Central government, health and local authorities
Transitiond into Old Age: Support for People with Learning Disabilities and their Carers
17/10/18 → 30/11/19
Project: UK charity
Becoming Less Eligible? Intellectual Disability Services in the Age of Austerity
National Institute for Health Research
3/09/18 → 31/03/19
Project: Central government, health and local authorities
Exploring Support for people with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) to find loving relationships
National Institute for Health Research
3/09/18 → 30/04/19
Project: Central government, health and local authorities
Research Output
Making Connections and Building Confidence: A Study of Specialist Dating Agencies for People with Intellectual Disabilities
McCarthy, M., Milne Skillman, K., Elson, N., Bates, C., Forrester-Jones, R. & Hunt, S., 1 Mar 2020, In : Sexuality and Disability. 38, 1, p. 3-18 16 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article
Open Access
“Always trying to walk a bit of a tightrope”: The role of social care staff in supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities to develop and maintain loving relationships
Bates, C., McCarthy, M., Milne Skillman, K., Elson, N., Forrester-Jones, R. & Hunt, S., 13 Feb 2020, In : British Journal Of Learning Disabilities.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article
Billie Eilish and Tourette’s: our new study reveals what it’s really like to live with the condition
Forrester-Jones, R., 8 Jul 2019, The Conversation.Research output: Contribution to specialist publication › Article
Communication and cross-examination in court for children and adults with intellectual disabilities: a systematic review
Morrison, J., Forrester-Jones, R., Bradshaw, J. & Murphy, G., 1 Oct 2019, In : The International Journal of Evidence and Proof. 23, 4, p. 366-398 33 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article
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End-of-life care in intellectual disability: A retrospective cross-sectional study
Hunt, K., Bernal, J., Worth, R., Shearn, J., Jarvis, P., Jones, E., Lowe, K., Madden, P., Barr, O., Forrester-Jones, R., Kroll, T., McCarron, M., Read, S. & Todd, S., 16 Oct 2019, In : BMJ Supportive and Palliative Care.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article