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The role of the psychiatrist in learning disability

How it is perceived by the general practitioner

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  02 January 2018

Sarah H. Bernard  and
Rosalind E. Bates
Sarah H. Bernard
Affiliation:
Guy's Hospital, London SE1 9RT
Rosalind E. Bates
Affiliation:
Psychiatry of Learning Disability, Ravensbourne NHS Trust, Bromley, Kent
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This study assessed, by postal questionnaire, how the role of the psychiatrist in learning disability is perceived by general practitioners. One hundred and forty-six GPs were questioned on various aspects of assessment and management that the psychiatrist in learning disability might be involved with; 43.5% of questionnaires were returned. The results indicated that confusion continues. The psychiatrist was perceived as having a global role in the care of this group of patients with lack of knowledge of community teams for learning disability being evident. Further education at a primary care level is indicated.

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Psychiatric Bulletin , Volume 18 , Issue 4 , April 1994 , pp. 205 - 206
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