Disability Related Variables Associated with Loneliness Among People with Disabilities

This study investigates the relationship between certain variables that are specific to people with physical disabilities and loneliness. The sample is made up of 39 adults with visible physical disabilities. The variables measured are physical independence, level of impairment, acceptance of disabi...

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Published in:The Journal of rehabilitation 2001-07, Vol.67 (3), p.42
Main Authors: Hopps, Sandra L, Pepin, Michel, Arseneau, Isabelle, Frechette, Melanie, Begin, Genevieve
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Correlation analysis
Disability
Disabled persons
Emotions
Evaluation
Interpersonal relations
Loneliness
People with disabilities
Psychological aspects
Social aspects
Social integration
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Summary:This study investigates the relationship between certain variables that are specific to people with physical disabilities and loneliness. The sample is made up of 39 adults with visible physical disabilities. The variables measured are physical independence, level of impairment, acceptance of disability, as well as social skills and anxiety related to handicap situations. Correlational analysis suggests that among the variables examined, physical independence, as well as social skills and social anxiety related to situations where disability is involved, are associated with loneliness. These data may help identify people with physical disabilities who are at risk for experiencing loneliness, target more efficient intervention objectives and develop strategies for optimizing social integration.
ISSN:0022-4154