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Abstracts from the Journal of Rehabilitation Vol. 70, No. 1 January/February/March 2004 Do You Have a Disability? A Population-Based Test of Acceptance, Denial, and Adjustment among Adults with Disabilities in the U.S. Marjorie F. Olney San Diego State University/Interwork Institute Karin F. Brockelman University of Illinois Jae Kennedy Washington State University at Spokane Mark A. Newsom National Committee for Quality Assurance ABSTRACT: This study uses a special supplement to the 1994 and 1995 National Health Interview Survey (NHIS) to test empirically the assumption that denial of one's disability is related to poor psychosocial adjustment. An estimated 12.9 million American adults answered yes to the question "Do other people think [you] have a disability?" Of this group, about 11% said they did not consider themselves to have a disability. Controlling for age, gender, race, presence of psychiatric diagnosis and health status, adults who rejected their disability status reported significantly lower rates of mental health problems than those who accepted their disability status. Given the current stigma of disability in American culture, denial of disability status may be seen as a relatively effective coping strategy. Augmentative Communication Employment Training and Supports (ACETS): Some Employment-related Outcomes Diane Nelson Bryen Kevin J. Cohen Allison Carey Temple University ABSTRACT: Augmentative Communication Employment Training and Supports (ACETS) is a program designed to increase the employment outcomes of people with significant disabilities who rely on augmentative and alternative communication (AAC). Employment-related outcomes for 6 participants are provided. Two different approaches to data collection were used: (1) a pre/post survey designed to collect data about each participant's employment-related skills and (2) an on-line reporting of progress throughout the year. Results indicated that participants increased their: job-hunting skills, "managing disability and work" skills, overall communication skills, and information technology skills. In addition, there was an impact on actual employment and/or increase in earned income for four out of the six program participants. Merging cultural differences and professional identities: Strategies for maximizing collaborative efforts during the implementation of the Workforce Investment Act Jaimie Ciulla Timmons Allison Cohen Sheila Lynch Fesko Institute for Community Inclusion University of Massachusetts Boston ABSTRACT: Collaboration and partnership are the cornerstones of the federal Workforce Investment Act (WIA). Using a case study methodology this study examined collaborative efforts in three states (Kentucky, Minnesota, and Maine) as they worked to implement WIA. Findings showed challenges in merging the cultural differences of partnering agencies, as well as staff concerns about the loss of professional identities. States developed strategies to alleviate these concerns including the use of cross training, strengthening communication through meetings, focusing on relationship building, acknowledging each partner's expertise, and creating a shared vision. Recommendations for workforce and rehabilitation professionals are discussed. Disability Rights: Attitudes of Private and Public Sector Representatives Brigida Hernandez DePaul University Christopher B. Keys Fabricio E. Balcazar University of Illinois at Chicago ABSTRACT: This study examined attitudes toward disability rights among an ethnically diverse sample of 133 private and public sector representatives. The strength of these attitudes was assessed with an experimental manipulation, whereby respondents obtained negative and neutral presentations of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Participants completed measures of 1) demographic, organizational, and experiential information, 2) acculturation to mainstream United States culture, 3) knowledge of the ADA, and 4) attitudes toward disability rights. Individuals from the public sector, presented with the neutral ADA presentation, and with a high level of ADA knowledge were more positive toward disability rights than their counterparts. Medical, Pyschological, Social, and Programmatic Barriers to Employment for People with Multiple Sclerosis Kurt L. Johnson Dagmar Amtmann Kathryn M. Yorkston Estelle R. Klasner Carrie M. Kuehn University of Washington ABSTRACT: The literature was reviewed to identify variables that contribute or serve as barriers to employment for people living with multiple sclerosis (MS). The underlying pathology and progression of MS was described along with the new trends in medical management that have changed the course of the disease. We concluded that employment is associated with perceived quality of life for people living with MS, that people with MS are disproportionately unemployed given their educational and vocational histories, and that health care and rehabilitation professionals may not adequately advocate for and support continuing employment for their clients with MS. Attitudes Regarding Interpersonal Relationships with Persons with Mental Illness and Mental Retardation Phyllis A. Gordon Jennifer Chiriboga Tantillo David Feldman Kristin Perrone Ball State University ABSTRACT: In addition to pervasive negative social attitudes toward people with disabilities, research has also shown that a hierarchical order of social acceptance of disabilities exists. Within this hierarchical order of social desirability, mental retardation and mental illness have consistently been identified as the least accepted disabilities in social relationships, resulting in greater social distance and resulting in few friendship opportunities. This study examined the socially defined hierarchical order of disabilities and the impact of gender, education and current friendships on perceived knowledge and desired social distance from persons with mental retardation and mental illness. Implications for counselors working with clients with these disorders are discussed. Order this issue! Issue Abstracts 2004 Vol. 70, No. 1 Vol. 70, No. 2 Vol. 70, No. 3 2003 Vol. 69, No. 1 Vol. 69, No. 2 Vol. 69, No. 3 Vol. 69, No. 4 2002 Vol. 68, No. 1 Vol. 68, No. 2 Vol. 68, No. 3 Vol. 68, No. 4 2001 Vol. 67, No. 1 Vol. 67, No. 2 Vol. 67, No. 3 Vol. 67, No. 4 2000 Vol. 66, No. 1 Vol. 66, No. 2 Vol. 66, No. 3 Vol. 66, No. 4 |
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