Young people with disabilities have lower family outcomes compared to those without disabilities and are more often than not below the federal poverty level.

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An individual with an early onset disability falls under the age of 22, which is normally the age in which people finish their secondary education. This level of education is necessary for the parameters of this study.

Definition of Early Onset Under the Loprest and Maag Paper

Loprest, P., &amp; Maag, E. (2007). The relationship between early disability onset and education and Employment. Journal of Vocational Rehabilitation, 26(1), 1–43. https://doi.org/10.1037/e723332011-001 

The Relationship Between Early Disability Onset and Education and Employment

People with disabilities are less likely to be living with spouse. Those with early onset are more likely to be living with a relative, most likely a parent. This raises concerns because parents deteriorate in support with age; hence, a temporary source of support. 

Living Arrangements (Sources of Support) of People with Early Onset Disabilities

Younger people more likely to receives benefits from the SSI and SSDI, but research shows that people who receive benefits from such programs are unlikely to return to work because they are unable to. The requirement for receipt of benefits is that one is unable to perform work due to significant physical or mental impairment that persists.

Financial Sources of Support of People with Early Onset Disabilities

Economic Status of People with Early Onset Disabilities

The paper aims to study the effects of early onset disabilities on employment, but also on human capital via employment skills and education, for younger (22-35 y.o.) and older cohorts (44-54 y.o.).

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