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Abstract
Abstract The purpose of this study was to examine the barriers and facilitators of public transportation use and participation from the perspectives of individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD). Twelve individuals between the ages of 23 and 34 completed qualitative phenomenological interviews which were transcribed and analyzed using a constant comparative methodology. A total of 10 barriers and 10 facilitators each were identified, with 4 areas overlapping themes. Transportation was identified as a factor influencing participation in work, school, social/leisure and instrumental activities of daily living.
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An essential journal for all OTs in mental health fields, Occupational Therapy in Mental Health provides professionals with a forum in which to discuss today"s challenges-identifying the philosophical and conceptual foundations of the practice; sharing innovative evaluation and treatment techniques; learning about and assimilating new methodologies developing in related professions; and communicating information about new practice settings and special problem areas particular to psychiatric occupational therapy.