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Disability social distance hierarchy for population subgroups.

S J Harasymiw, M D Horne, S C Lewis

    Scandinavian Journal of Rehabilitation Medicine
    |January 1, 1976
    PubMed
    Summary

    This study examined disability attitudes across ten diverse groups, including the public, professionals, and students. Findings revealed a consistent hierarchy of preference among these groups, indicating shared perceptions of disability.

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    Area of Science:

    • Social Psychology
    • Disability Studies
    • Attitudinal Research

    Background:

    • Understanding public and professional attitudes towards disability is crucial for promoting inclusion.
    • Previous research often focused on specific groups, lacking a comprehensive comparative analysis.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate and compare disability attitudes across ten distinct population subgroups.
    • To identify commonalities and differences in how various groups perceive disability.

    Main Methods:

    • A large-scale study involving 2576 subjects over seven years.
    • Utilized three standardized instruments to assess attitudes.
    • Included diverse participants: general public, professionals, students (college and grade school), and individuals with disabilities.

    Main Results:

    • A stable hierarchy of preference was consistently observed across all studied subgroups.
    • Despite apparent differences, groups exhibited similar patterns in their attitudes towards disability.
    • This hierarchy suggests underlying shared perceptions influencing disability attitudes.

    Conclusions:

    • Disability attitudes are not random but follow a predictable hierarchical structure.
    • This structure appears to be a common feature across diverse demographic and professional groups.
    • Findings have implications for targeted interventions to improve disability awareness and acceptance.

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