Related Experiment Video
Updated: Jul 9, 2025

Involving Individuals with Developmental Language Disorder and Their Parents/Carers in Research Priority Setting
Published on: June 6, 2020
Effects of Customized Employment on the Independence of Youth With Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
Katherine J Inge1, Lauren Avellone1, Paul Wehman1
1Katherine J. Inge, Lauren Avellone, Paul Wehman, Michael Broda, and Jeen Joy, Virginia Commonwealth University.
Abstract:
Participation in work during school is a known predictor of postsecondary employment for transition-age youth with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Recent research has demonstrated the benefits of work on skill development in major life domains. The purpose of this study was to examine the impact of customized employment on the support needs of youth with IDD with a significant disability compared to those receiving treatment as usual. Findings indicated significant increases in independence in three specific domains for the treatment group versus control on the Supports Intensity Scale-Adult Version, including Home Living, Employment, and Protection and Advocacy. Findings suggest a therapeutic effect of work activities on growth and development in important life domains. Implications for future research, policy, and practice are discussed.
Related Concept Videos
Intellectual Disability
Influence of Parents and Peers on Identity
Parental Influence on Identity Development
Parents serve as primary guides and managers in an adolescent's life, offering support instrumental in decision-making and personal growth....
Ethnic Identity within a Larger Culture
Community Based Intervention
Foundations of Community Mental Health Programs
Central to the success of community-based interventions is the...
Stereotypes, Prejudice, and Discrimination
Modeling in Therapy
Participant Modeling
Participant modeling involves therapists demonstrating calm and effective behaviors in...

