Psychologists’ experiences and perspectives of adults with long-Covid and neurodiversity, including intellectual disabilities

While there is an increasing number of studies aimed at better understanding long-Covid, there is a lack of research involving people with intellectual disabilities (ID). We asked 12 psychologists working in long-Covid services, their views of the condition in adults with neurodiversity. While it was relatively common for psychologists to work with people with neurodiversity and long-Covid, eight had never worked with someone with ID in their service. Psychologists identified factors that may be predispose, precipitate, and perpetuate the condition in this group. Data reflects the importance of considering the intersection between ID and long-Covid. Guidelines recommend the adaptations of long-Covid treatments for people with ID; we provide examples of how this could be achieved.