Transition outcomes through the lens of quality of life: Proposing a consolidated framework†. Issue 4 (1st October 2016)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Krishnasamy, Malathy; Li, Jen-Yi; Chen, Der-Thanq
• Is Part Of: Journal of intellectual & developmental disability. Volume 41:Issue 4(2016)
• Page Start: 360
• Page End: 369
• Publication Date: 2016-10-01
• Subjects: transition outcomes -- postschool outcomes -- quality of life -- intellectual disability; Learning disabilities -- Periodicals; Developmental disabilities -- Periodicals; Mental retardation -- Periodicals; 362.1968
• DOI: 10.3109/13668250.2016.1217983
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1366-8250

Abstract

ABSTRACT: Conventionally, transition outcomes for youth with disability have focused rather narrowly on employment and employment-related outcomes. In this paper we propose a more holistic and comprehensive evaluation of transition outcomes through the lens of quality of life. First, 3 quality of life frameworks that have been applied empirically in transition studies are reviewed. Building upon this analysis, a framework, the Consolidated Quality of Life – Transition (CQOL-T) framework, is conceptualised specifically for transition outcomes. The CQOL-T is designed to fit closely with the challenges and successes experienced by transitioning youth in contemporary contexts and environments. This initial framework is presented as part of the ongoing research and discussion towards achieving successful postschool outcomes for young people with disability.