Abstract
A survey of Scottish Spina Bifida Association members born prior to 30th September 1964 was carried out. A personal interview by one of two counselling officers was arranged. Twenty adult members were not available for interview. The remaining 126 were and the data was analysed. The primary, secondary and tertiary educational pattern and attainment are presented, with the pattern of employment of this group of individuals. Many adults had completed tertiary education courses but large numbers were unemployed. Those in employment received salaries lower than would be expected from their educational achievements, despite being reliable employees who required little sick leave and holding down their jobs for several years. Much requires to be done to inform potential employers of the capabilities of this group of people.
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