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We have to stand up for ourselves: Barriers to self-determination experienced by Black youth in the transition to adulthood

Year: 2023

Type: article

Abstract: Transition outcomes for Black youth with intellectual and developmental disabilities are especially dire, lagging even further behind already poor outcomes among their White peers. Self-determination is a key factor in predicting better outcomes, but it is unclear how self-determination is fostered or hindered within the transition process for Black youth and their families. This study used the DisCrit framework to analyze interview data from Black students with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their parents regarding self-determination and effective transition services. Analysis resulted in four major themes: historical undertones, proxies for racial bias, spacialization of racialization, and interest convergence. Implications for future research, policy, and practice are discussed.

Source: Journal of Intellectual Disabilities

DOI: 10.1177/17446295231180660

Authors: Josh P. Taylor, LaRon A. Scott, Lauren P. Bruno, Regina Frazier, Colleen A. Thoma, Meagan Dayton

Institutions: Washington State University, University of Virginia, University of Kansas, Virginia Commonwealth University

Language: English

Topic: Disability Education and Employment

Subfield: Safety Research

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Reduced inequalities, Good health and well-being

Open Access status: bronze

OpenAlex ID: W4378745015

FWCI: 2.994

Cites: 36

Cited by: 12

Related to: 10