Abstract
BACKGROUND: This article describes people with multiple sclerosis (MS) as an emerging vocational rehabilitation (VR) clientele. OBJECTIVE: Following an overview of the incidence, prevalence, and impact of MS, the authors suggest strategies to meet the employment and career development needs of Americans with MS across the phases of the VR process. The importance of individualized case planning, employer consultation, workplace accommodations, and interface with medical and mental health professionals is emphasized throughout the article. CONCLUSION: Implications related to the COVID-19 pandemic are discussed.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 175-183 |
Number of pages | 9 |
Journal | Journal of Vocational Rehabilitation |
Volume | 54 |
Issue number | 2 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 2021 |
Bibliographical note
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Keywords
- Multiple sclerosis
- covid-19
- employment
- vocational rehabilitation
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Rehabilitation
- Occupational Therapy