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Vocational adjustment after laryngectomy.

R T Goldberg, A W Bigwood

    Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
    |December 1, 1975
    PubMed
    Summary

    Vocational adjustment after laryngectomy is possible for many individuals. Realistic coping with disability and an optimistic outlook significantly improve chances of continued employment for laryngectomees.

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    Area of Science:

    • Medicine
    • Rehabilitation
    • Psychology

    Background:

    • Laryngectomy significantly impacts vocational adjustment.
    • Understanding factors influencing post-surgery employment is crucial for rehabilitation.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To examine vocational adjustment in 130 individuals post-laryngectomy.
    • To identify predictors of continued employment after laryngectomy.

    Main Methods:

    • A semistructured questionnaire assessed 26 vocational and psychological measures.
    • Responses were coded using the Goldberg Scale of Vocational Development (reliability 0.80-0.99).

    Main Results:

    • 51% of previously employed laryngectomees remained employed.
    • Higher work values, motivation, realism, and optimism correlated with employment (p<0.05).
    • Realistic coping and optimistic outlook were key to sustained employment.

    Conclusions:

    • Continued employment for 50% of laryngectomees is favorable compared to other studies.
    • Vocational rehabilitation should target individuals with realistic coping skills and positive outlooks.
    • This group represents a viable clientele for vocational rehabilitation services.

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