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Parental Engagement in Community‐Based Rehabilitation: Boosting Daily Functioning for Individuals With Intellectual Disabilities in Malaysia

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: ABSTRACT This study explores the impact of parental engagement in Community‐Based Rehabilitation (CBR) programs on daily functioning in individuals with intellectual disabilities in Malaysia, focusing on self‐management, motor skills, social skills, and other essential abilities. Conducted across 14 CBR centers in Malaysia, the study used quantitative methods. Surveys with Likert scale assessments measured parental engagement's influence on trainee development. Data were analyzed using SPSS. A strong correlation emerged between active parental participation and positive developmental outcomes, with significant improvements in trainees' daily activity skills, self‐development, and independence. Findings underscore the importance of parental involvement in fostering self‐development and independence in CBR participants. This study advocates for policies and practices that encourage parental engagement and collaboration among program administrators, families, and policymakers, ultimately optimizing benefits for individuals with intellectual disabilities and their families.

Source: Journal of Policy and Practice in Intellectual Disabilities

DOI: 10.1111/jppi.70051

Authors: Haris Abd Wahab, Sakinah Sidek, Siti Munirah Mohd Faizal Lim

Institutions: University of Malaya, Sultan Idris Education University

Language: English

Topic: Family and Disability Support Research

Subfield: Clinical Psychology

Field: Psychology

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: bronze

Funder: Universiti Malaya