Prediction of vocational outcome based on clinical and demographic indicators among vocationally ready clients.

Full Abstract

This study examined the clinical and demographic correlates of work skills and vocational outcome for persons with psychiatric disabilities. The same clinical, demographic, work skills, and vocational outcome instruments were administered to 275 persons working toward their vocational goals at three psychosocial rehabilitation centers. Data regarding vocational outcomes were collected quarterly over a period of 3 1/4 years. Using multivariate statistical techniques, clinical and demographic variables that predict work skills and future vocational outcomes were identified. The implications of the findings for program administrators, system planners, and researchers are discussed.

Author information

Author/s: Rogers, E S (ES); Anthony, W A (WA); Cohen, M (M); Davies, R R (RR);

Affiliation: Boston University, Center for Psychiatric Rehabilitation, Sargent College, MA 02215, USA.

Journal and publication information

Publication Type: Journal Article

Journal: Community mental health journal (Community Ment Health J), published in UNITED STATES. (Language: eng)

Reference: 1997-Apr; vol 33 (issue 2) : pp 99-112

Dates: Created 1997/07/23; Completed 1997/07/23; Revised 2004/11/17;

PMID: 9145252, status: MEDLINE (last retrieval date: 2/18/2009, IMS Date: )

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