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Impairment, disability and handicap--old fashioned concepts?
Journal of Medical Ethics
|December 4, 2001
Summary
Models discussing disabled people
Area of Science:
- Social Sciences
- Disability Studies
Background:
- Current models for discussing disability issues present drawbacks.
- Existing frameworks may not adequately represent the experiences of disabled individuals.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze the limitations of current models used in disability discourse.
- To propose a unified terminology to improve societal understanding and support for people with disabilities.
Main Methods:
- Critical analysis of existing disability models.
- Conceptual exploration of terminology for disability, impairment, and handicap.
Main Results:
- The use of specific models in disability discussions has inherent limitations.
- The terms "impairment", "disability", and "handicap" offer a unifying framework.
Conclusions:
- Adopting unified terminology can address the drawbacks of current models.
- Standardizing terms like impairment, disability, and handicap can enhance the societal position of people with disabilities.