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Abstracts from the Journal of Rehabilitation Vol. 67, No. 2 April/May/June 2001 OUT OF PRINT The Multidimensional Character of Biased Perceptions of Individuals with Disabilities Adrian Thomas Western Kentucky University ABSTRACT: A modified policy capturing technique (N=171) was conducted to determine the basis of perceptions of individuals with disabilities. Three distinct dimensions were found to underlie such perceptions; overtness of the disability, risk associated with the disability, and response of the individual with the disability to the environment. Furthermore, these dimensions were found to differentially predict various criteria such as perceived work motivation, predicted productivity, and the expected quality of working relationships. The current study thus further demonstrates that attitudes toward individuals with disabilities are a complex multidemensional phenomenon. Involvement with and Role Perception Toward an Adult Sibling With and Without Mental Retardation Arie Rimmerman University of Haifa, Israel Ruth Raif Office of Mental Retardation Ministry of Labor and Welfare Jerusalem, Israel ABSTRACT: The study compared 76 non-disabled mid-age siblings of persons with mental retardation with a matched group of 69 siblings of persons without mental retardation on (1) frequency of contact, (2) role perception of instrumental and affective giving and receiving and (3) in engagement activities together. Overall, siblings of persons with mental retardation had more frequent contact with even greater contact when parents were no longer alive. However, siblings of persons without mental retardation reported they provided and received more affective assistance. The role of siblings' gender, whether the parents are still alive and perception of the nuclear family climate is also discussed. Deinstitutionalization of Persons with Severe Mental Illness: Context and Consequences Michael P. Accordino Springfield College Dion F. Porter University of Arizona Torrey Morse Connecticut DSS/Bureau of Rehabilitation Services ABSTRACT: The historical roots of deinstitutionalization of persons with severe mental illness is discussed as well as the successes and failures of the movement. Negative societal reactions that have contributed to the shortcomings of deinstitutionalization are also explored. In addition, recommendations for rehabilitation counselors to address these problems through interventions and empirical research are discussed. Recognizing and Understanding Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: Implications for Rehabilitation Counselors Debra A. Harley University of Kentucky ABSTRACT: Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is a commonly occurring disorder that impedes an individual's social, emotional, physical, and vocational functioning. There is often skepticism in the medical community about the legitimacy of the disorder. The purpose of this article is to provide rehabilitation counselors with an overview of the ambiguous etiology and symptomatology, as well as the diagnoses, treatment, and functional limitations of CFS. Implications and recommendations for rehabilitation counselors are also provided. Microenterprising and People with Disabilities: Strategies for Success and Failure Richard T. Walls Denetta L. Dowler Kimberly Cordingly Louis E. Orslene John D. Greer West Virginia University ABSTRACT: Microenterprise can be a viable vocational rehabilitation option for many people with disabilities in today's economy. This self-employment option has been a neglected strategy by many rehabilitation professionals and agencies. A support system can be put in place to provide access to technical assistance in development of a successful business, beginning with the initial business concept and continuing into the life of the enterprise. People with disabilities are redefining the perception of success. Success is defined not only as financial gain for individuals, but also as control over workload, resolution of accommodation concerns, increased self-sufficiency, or participation in meaningful work. A Survey of Rehabilitation Professionals as Alternative Provider Contractors with Social Security: Problems and Solutions Irmo Marini Charlles R. Reid The University of Texas-Pan American ABSTRACT: Ninety-four Alternative Providers (APs) contracting with the Social Security Administration (SSA) to provide return to work vocational rehabilitation services to Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) beneficiaries were surveyed about their experiences with the program. With over one million people being added to the program rolls each year and over 48 million people currently on SSI/SSDI, costs have now exceeded over $100 billion annually. In an effort to increase the less than one percent return to work statistics of beneficiaries, SSA in 1995 launched the AP program whereby private vendors could now contract with SSA to provide these services. Results of this study indicate that the current provider success rate of returning beneficiaries back to work is less than one percent. The findings further indicate there are a number of frustrations APs are experiencing working within SSAs policies and procedures as well as with beneficiaries. Recommendations for improving services are discussed. A Job Development Efficacy Scale for Rehabilitation Professionals Ellen S. Fabian Cathy Waugh University of Maryland ABSTRACT: Among the most important skill requirements for rehabilitation professionals are those related to job development and placement activities, particularly given the persistently poor labor force participation rates of individuals with disabilities. One aspect of job development that needs to be examined is job developers' beliefs about their proficiency for performing the tasks associated with it. This paper describes the development and validation of the Job Development Efficacy Scale, and the implications of it for rehabilitation training and research. The 20 item Scale was administered to 243 people. Scale reliability was .81(Cronbach's alpha). A principal component analysis identified three factors in the Scale related to the competency areas of managing employer concerns, addressing employment barriers, and marketing services. Measuring Prevalence of Childhood Disability: Addressing Family Needs while Augmenting Prevention David Ehrenkrantz Corinne Miller Kansas Department of Health & Environment Dee K. Vernberg Michael H. Fox University of Kansas ABSTRACT: The purpose of this study was to assess the prevalence of childhood disability in Kansas, as well as determine the implications for adequate community services to the population and their families. A statewide randomized telephone survey based on the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) questionnaire, assessing health status of both children and adult respondents was employed. Approximately one in five Kansas households surveyed had at least one child meeting the definition of disability. More parents of children with disabilities had a disability themselves. More of these parents rated their own health and quality of life as good compared to the parents without disabilities. 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