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Occupational outcomes: from evidence to implementation
- Authors:
- SCHNEIDER Justine, HEYMAN Anna, TURTON Neil
- Publisher:
- University of Durham. Centre for Applied Social Studies
- Publication year:
- 2002
- Pagination:
- 67p.,bibliog.
- Place of publication:
- Durham
This report outlines the methods used, and the rationale that informed the collection and sifting of evidence. The authors discuss the theoretical context for the paper, and the policy considerations that underpin the exercise, paying particular attention to social exclusion of people with mental health problems. This is followed by a discussion of the problems in extrapolating research findings from one context to another. Models of occupational interventions are then described, and their similarities and differences explored, together with what we call ‘delivery modes’, to ensure that the terms used in the paper are clear. Appendix 4 is devoted to investigating the impact on work incentives of the current benefits system in the UK, as compared to the USA, where most evidence comes from. The authors then assemble the evidence on what works, what is promising, and where further evidence is needed in relation to several themes. First, Predictors of Occupational Outcomes, relates to all three models of intervention. Then, there is a section devoted to each of these in turn: Sheltered Employment; Supported Education and Training; and Supported Employment. A section on Costs Evaluations again spans the three main models, and a further section explores the potential contribution of learning disability research to the theme of this paper. Each section is followed by a list of conclusions drawn from it.