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Most IPUMS data transformations are performed using variable harmonization tables that specify how each value in the source data is recoded. Some variables also require programming logic in addition to the harmonization table. The harmonization documents for this variable are:
- Harmonization table
- Supplemental programming
- Instructions for interpreting harmonization documents
class Disrehb : public Editor {
public:
Disrehb(VarPointer varInfo) : Editor(varInfo) {}
void edit() {
long a = getRecoded();
switch (dataSet) {
case dataset_id::ug2002a: {
if (UG2002A_0419() >= 2 && UG2002A_0419() <= 10 && UG2002A_0420() >= 2 &&
UG2002A_0420() <= 10)
a = 11;
} break;
}
setData(a);
}
};
Description
DISREHB indicates the rehabilitation or assistance measures that the disabled person is applying in order to help with the disability.
Comparability — Index
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GENERAL |
Sierra Leone |
Uganda |
Comparability — General
The Uganda and Sierra Leone samples contain similar response categories, except for the unexplained absence of a "no assistance" category in the Sierra Leone 2004 sample.
Comparability — Sierra Leone [top]
The census question asks for the kind of assistance that the respondent is receiving, given that the person is disabled.
Comparability — Uganda [top]
The variable indicates the rehabilitation measures undertaken by the individual in order to minimize the impact of the disability on his/her ability to function effectively.
Universe
- Sierra Leone 2004: Persons with a disability
- Sierra Leone 2015: Persons with a disability
- Uganda 2002: Persons with a disability
Availability
- Sierra Leone: 2004, 2015
- Uganda: 2002
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