PSY345H5 Chapter 4: Chapter 4
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Given the expectations for adult life, the school"s responsibility is to teach the skills that will assist each individual with dis. Research on the lives of adults with dis. In the 1990"s these people have higher unemployment rates, low rates of participation in postsecondary institutions, and less extensive support networks than peers without. These levels have increased over the past years 60% continue to some postsecondary institution, 67% worked full time and 8 years after high school 59% reported living independently. Too many of the current graduates from special ed programs are not adequately prepared for employment and have difficulty accessing further education. They are also unable to locate critical programs and services necessary for success as adults in their local communities. For people with more severe disabilities long waiting lists for employment nad housing services are frustrating. The rate of employment for young adults with dis. Lagged significantly behind same aged peers without dis.
