A strengths-based approach and safeguarding adults – are they compatible?

Abstract

Purpose

This paper aims to stimulate discussion.

Design/methodology/approach

The paper is a personal reflection and is not a research paper; there is not therefore a design or methodology that was used in its writing.

Findings

While it may initially appear that a strength-based approach is incompatible with safeguarding adults, it can be a valuable long-term tool in supporting adults who have been abused or self-neglected.

Research limitations/implications

The piece is a personal reflection and therefore not based on research but it does highlight the need for further research to develop tools to facilitate the interface between safeguarding and a strengths-based approach.

Practical implications

The need to recognise when a strengths-based approach is and is not appropriate in safeguarding adults.

Originality/value

The author is not aware of a similar consideration of the interface between safeguarding adults practice and a strengths-based approach.

Citation

Morgan, P. (2020), "A strengths-based approach and safeguarding adults – are they compatible?", The Journal of Adult Protection, Vol. 22 No. 2, pp. 87-92. https://doi.org/10.1108/JAP-12-2019-0039