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Mental Indices in Consumers with Disabilities. Research Brief. Summer 2014

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Title: Mental Indices in Consumers with Disabilities. Research Brief. Summer 2014
Language: English
Authors: Sheppard-Jones, Kathy, Butler, Laura Smith, Prout, H. Thompson, University of Kentucky, Human Development Institute
Source: Human Development Institute. 2014.
Availability: Human Development Institute. 126 Mineral Industries Building, Lexington, KY 40506. Tel: 859-257-1714; Fax: 859-323-1901; Web site: http://hdi.uky.edu
Peer Reviewed: N
Page Count: 4
Publication Date: 2014
Document Type: Reports - Research
Descriptors: Disabilities, Interviews, Quality of Life, Employment Level, Participation, Independent Living, Interpersonal Relationship, Health, Satisfaction, Quality Assurance, Mental Health, Drug Therapy, Wellness, Surveys, Statistical Analysis
Geographic Terms: Kentucky
Abstract: Kentucky's National Core Indicators project exists to develop a set of data elements that are used to report, on a statewide and national basis, the quality of services supporting people with disabilities. This is accomplished in Kentucky by performing a minimum of 400 direct interviews with consumers and their families annually. Collected data elements include outcomes related to quality of life, specifically: work, choice, independence, relationships, health and satisfaction. These elements represent an outcome oriented approach to quality assurance, and measure impact of services on peoples' lives. Given the longstanding involvement of Kentucky in this ongoing effort, additional examination of variables that have been the focus of policymakers is warranted. This research brief provides additional analysis of several mental health items, including loneliness, friendships, and use of psychotropic medications.
Abstractor: As Provided
Entry Date: 2017
Accession Number: ED574717
Database: ERIC
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Abstract:Kentucky's National Core Indicators project exists to develop a set of data elements that are used to report, on a statewide and national basis, the quality of services supporting people with disabilities. This is accomplished in Kentucky by performing a minimum of 400 direct interviews with consumers and their families annually. Collected data elements include outcomes related to quality of life, specifically: work, choice, independence, relationships, health and satisfaction. These elements represent an outcome oriented approach to quality assurance, and measure impact of services on peoples' lives. Given the longstanding involvement of Kentucky in this ongoing effort, additional examination of variables that have been the focus of policymakers is warranted. This research brief provides additional analysis of several mental health items, including loneliness, friendships, and use of psychotropic medications.