Disabled
Disabled
Disabled (pronounced /dɪˈseɪbəld/) is a term used to describe individuals who have impairments, activity limitations, and participation restrictions in society due to physical or mental conditions. The term is often used in the context of disability rights and disability studies.
Etymology
The term "disabled" comes from the Old English dis- meaning "not" and habile meaning "able". It was first used in the 16th century to refer to those who were not able to perform certain tasks or activities due to physical or mental conditions.
Related Terms
- Impairment: A problem in body function or structure.
- Disability: A condition that restricts a person's mental, sensory, or mobility functions.
- Handicap: A disadvantage for a given individual, resulting from an impairment or a disability, that limits or prevents the fulfillment of a role that is normal.
- Accessibility: The design of products, devices, services, or environments for people with disabilities.
- Inclusion: The practice or policy of providing equal access to opportunities and resources for people who might otherwise be excluded or marginalized.
- Rehabilitation: A set of measures that assist individuals who experience, or are likely to experience, disability to achieve and maintain optimal functioning in interaction with their environments.
See Also
- Disability rights movement
- Disability Discrimination Act
- Americans with Disabilities Act
- World Health Organization
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Disabled
- Wikipedia's article - Disabled
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