exhibited for this group of students. These self-determined students as a whole are
using accommodations, problem-solving barriers, and possess an attitude of sticking
with the pursuit of their goals regardless of the barriers they face. Furthermore, the
theme of a family member working in an institution of higher education shows that
several of the participants had a relative that functioned as an ultimate resource. The
next chapter provides a discussion of the findings in relation to the research questions.
In addition, it outlines recommendations for students, family members, higher
education administrators, higher education faculty and staff, and policy makers. The
chapter also provides final conclusions regarding this research study.