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Debating disability.

T Shakespeare1

  • 1PEALS, Newcastle University, Citygate, St James Boulevard, Newcastle Upon Tyne NE1 4JH, UK. t.w.shakespeare@ncl.ac.uk

Journal of Medical Ethics
|December 25, 2007
PubMed
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This paper discusses disability studies, examining the political aspects of research, definitions, and the expressivist argument. Constructive debate is encouraged in this developing academic field.

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Area of Science:

  • Social Sciences
  • Disability Studies

Background:

  • Disability studies is an emerging academic discipline.
  • Recent scholarship has prompted critical reviews and debate.
  • The field grapples with foundational concepts and methodologies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To respond to critical reviews of "Disability Rights and Wrongs" (2006).
  • To explore key themes within contemporary disability studies.
  • To foster constructive academic discourse.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review and critical analysis.
  • Engagement with recent scholarly reviews.
  • Thematic exploration of core concepts.

Main Results:

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  • Highlights the political dimensions inherent in disability research.
  • Addresses ontological questions and definitional challenges.
  • Critically examines the application and misapplication of the expressivist argument.

    • Conclusions:

    • Disability studies is a dynamic and evolving field.
    • Ongoing critical debate is essential for academic progress.
    • Further research and discussion are welcomed to advance the discipline.