YOUNG PEOPLE WITH CHRONIC CONDITIONS

摘要

The Work Foundation has published a new study looking at the obstacles faced by young people with long-term, chronic or fluctuating conditions as they seek to make the transition from education to employment. It found that the physical symptoms of chronic conditions were a barrier to seeking work, as young people were still learning how best to cope with and manage their condition. The researchers polled 247 young individuals living with long-term conditions, and the findings highlight the negative impact that sufferers believe their condition has had on their job opportunities and careers.The survey reveals that more than half (57%) of respondents believe their career progression has been negatively impacted by their condition.