| Citation: |
Fraser, R., Clemons, D., Gibbons, L., & Koepnick, D. (2009). Predictors of vocational stability in multiple sclerosis.
Journal of Vocational Rehabilitation, 31
(2),
129-135.
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| Title: |
Predictors of vocational stability in multiple sclerosis |
| Authors: |
Fraser, R., Clemons, D., Gibbons, L., & Koepnick, D. |
| Year: |
2009 |
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Journal/Publication:
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Journal of Vocational Rehabilitation |
| Publisher: |
IOS Press |
| DOI: |
https://doi.org/10.3233/JVR-2009-481
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| Full text: |
http://proxy.library.vcu.edu/login?url=http://iospress.metapress.co...
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| Peer-reviewed? |
Yes
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| NIDILRR-funded? |
Yes
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Research design:
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Survey research
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| Background: |
Employment rates for individuals with multiple sclerosis (MS) are very low (23-35%) and can be attributed to a number of factors including MS symptoms, work environment, and demands of the job. Little research has been done on how these various factors may influence vocational success. |
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Purpose:
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The purpose of this study was to examine predictors of vocational stability. |
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Setting:
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Participants were recruited from an employment program in Washington State. |
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Study sample: |
Participants were 95 individuals with MS in an employment program. The sample was 66% female and 88% Caucasian with a mean age of 43.5 years. |
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Data collection and analysis:
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Data was collected through an intake interview and the following scales: Center for Epidemiological Studies Depression Scale, Coping with Health Injuries and Problems Scale, Activities for Daily Living Self-Care Scale, and the State-Trait Anxiety Inventory. A cognitive functioning test was also administered. Univariate logistic regression was used to examine the target variables. |
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Findings:
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Cognitive ability in terms of reading and writing skills had a significant effect on employment stability. Recent education and work history also had a significant effect on employment stability. |
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Conclusions:
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These results support the importance of education in employment stability. |
