'Right I can do this now'. Community based adult learning, health and well-being

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
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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