• Cooperation

• Dependability

• Decision-making

• Frequent change

• Stamina

• Strength

• Temperature changes

• Depression

• Fear

• Isolation

Consider how the symptoms of the disease have affected the applicant's ability to get or keep reasonable employment. Previous employment may have been lost because of specific limitations the person experiences. Think in terms of how this disability and the resulting limitations will cause difficulties in being able to obtain or maintain a job. An example might be that the person fatigues easily, which would limit the types of jobs that could be done and may limit the number of hours that could be worked. Employer prejudice may also play a role. Each case must be examined individually.

In general, individuals with the diagnosis of AIDS do not have a favorable prognosis for a significant work life. Employment is problematic with AIDS because of the many concurrent problems along with a poor prognosis. Again, the decision must be made individually.

Applicants who have a presenting diagnosis of ARC usually have an uncertain prognosis. Some persons with ARC may have the potential for a significant work life. These individuals may very well be eligible for vocational rehabilitation services, provided they have limitations that cause a vocational handicap.