[Professional integration of individuals with a mental illness: an analysis of individual characteristics]
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Marc Corbière1, Céline Mercier, Alain Lesage
1Institute of Health Promotion Research, University of British Columbia, Vancouver. corbiere@interchange.ubc.ca
Abstract:
A prospective study of individuals with a mental illness aimed to identify significant determinants of their integration in the work force. Regression and mean comparison analysis allowed exploring an individual's most typical characteristics that could explain his or her socio-professional integration, while considering several professional integration indicators. First, results suggest that linked to work (e.g. commitment to work) and socio-demographic variables (e.g. financial support received) can predict performing a work activity and obtaining competitive employment. Second, 2 additional variables can predict autonomy in employment, which are a feeling of efficiency in looking for work and a capacity to overcome obstacles to work integration. Third, cognitive and clinical variables are associated with a delay to start work. Fourth, the number of hours worked per week is explained by the feeling of efficiency in overcoming health problems and others motivational and psychosocial variables. Finally, it is important to clearly identify the professional integration indicators in order to determine the significant predictors.
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