Document Type
Article
Publication Date
2019
Abstract
Self-efficacy plays an important role in their lives of the estimated 48 million Americans who report having some degree of hearing impairment, helping them navigate through a myriad of communication challenges. The purpose of the present study was to assess the levels of self-efficacy in this disability group by examining an array of social, psychological, spiritual, disability, and demographic variables. A total of 114 persons who identified as hard-of-hearing took part in an online survey. A hierarchical multiple regression analysis was performed to answer the research question. The proposed regression model explained 24.7% of variance in self-efficacy among individuals who are hard-of-hearing. Specifically, educational attainment, internal locus of control, spirituality/religiosity, social support, and employment status are the five significant predictors of self-efficacy. Finally, implications for rehabilitation practice and research are discussed.
Recommended Citation
Cuevas, S., Vang, C., Chen, R. K., & Saladin, S. P. (2019). Determinants of self-efficacy among individuals who are hard-of-hearing. Journal of Rehabilitation, 85(2), 37-46.
Comments
© 2019 National Rehabilitation Counseling Association.