| Citation: |
Jordán de Urríes, F., Sánchez, B., & Verdugo, M.Á. (2022). Assessment of work ability decline in workers with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Journal of Vocational Rehabilitation, 57
(2),
187-195.
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| Title: |
Assessment of work ability decline in workers with intellectual and developmental disabilities |
| Authors: |
Jordán de Urríes, F., Sánchez, B., & Verdugo, M.Á. |
| Year: |
2022 |
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Journal/Publication:
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Journal of Vocational Rehabilitation |
| Publisher: |
IOS Press |
| DOI: |
https://doi.org/10.3233/JVR-221209
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| Full text: |
https://content.iospress.com/articles/journal-of-vocational-rehabil...
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| Peer-reviewed? |
Yes
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| NIDILRR-funded? |
No
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| Background: |
People with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) experience work ability decline through aging and disability (WADAD), conceptualized as the process of deterioration in work ability resulting from the interaction between disability and aging, which has a direct impact on their job. |
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Purpose:
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People with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) experience work ability decline through aging and disability (WADAD), conceptualized as the process of deterioration in work ability resulting from the interaction between disability and aging, which has a direct impact on their job. |
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Data collection and analysis:
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We employed a literature review, Delphi panel, and working group through Modular Object-Oriented Dynamic Learning Environment (MOODLE). |
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Findings:
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We created a tool, composed of 76 items, 6 dimensions, and 17 indicators, to assess WADAD in people with IDD. |
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Conclusions:
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The indicators identified can be used to develop prevention and/or intervention protocols for WADAD and to produce guidance for the transition toward retirement, specifically for people with IDD. This tool helps extend the satisfying working lives— with support— of people with IDD, promoting social inclusion and participation as workers and not as pensioners. |
