McIntyre, J. (2014) 'Right I can do this now'. Community based adult learning, health and well-being. Concept: The Journal of Contemporary Community Education Practice and Theory, 5(3), pp. 12-20.
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Abstract
This article explores the experiences of participants in community based adult learning (CBAL) in relation to health and well-being. It draws on data from a small-scale life history study undertaken with 10 adult learners in two local authority areas in Scotland. The article concludes that, for some learners, participation in CBAL had contributed to a sense of well-being and was seen by them as supporting their capacity to cope with ill-health. In addition, it is suggested that community based adult learning can play a role in the recovery from mental ill-health and depression.
Item Type: | Articles |
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Status: | Published |
Refereed: | Yes |
Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID: | Davidson, Dr Janis |
Authors: | McIntyre, J. |
College/School: | University Services > Learning and Teaching Services Division |
Journal Name: | Concept: The Journal of Contemporary Community Education Practice and Theory |
Publisher: | Edinburgh University Library |
ISSN: | 1359-1983 |
ISSN (Online): | 2042-6968 |
Copyright Holders: | Copyright © 2014 The Author |
First Published: | First published in Concept 5(3):12-20 |
Publisher Policy: | Reproduced under a Creative Commons License |
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