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Peer reviewedScuccimarra, David J.; Speece, Deborah L. – Journal of Learning Disabilities, 1990
Employment outcomes and social adjustment of 65 mildly handicapped students who exited high school in 1984 are examined. Most respondents (78 percent) were employed full time for minimum wage or better and used a family-friend network to secure employment. Most were also living at home and had positive perceptions of their social lives. (Author/PB)
Descriptors: Dropouts, Employment Level, High School Graduates, Job Satisfaction
Peer reviewedHaring, Kathryn A.; And Others – Journal of Learning Disabilities, 1990
Randomly selected learning-disabled graduates (n=64) of self-contained classes were surveyed via questionnaire to assess vocational and community adjustment. Most received very few community services or agency support, and 38 were in competitive employment. Most lived with parents or other relatives, and most had a driver's license and car.…
Descriptors: Adults, Community Support, Employment, Followup Studies
