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Involuntary deviance: schooling and epileptic children.

W A Gliebe

    The Journal of School Health
    |February 1, 1979
    PubMed
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    Schools often label students deviating from norms as "involuntary deviants." Understanding conditions like epilepsy is crucial for educators to reduce stigma, especially with increasing mainstreaming of students with special needs.

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    Area of Science:

    • Education
    • Medical Sociology
    • Pediatrics

    Background:

    • Schools operate on unwritten norms of "normalcy."
    • Students deviating from these norms may be pressured to conform.
    • A growing awareness suggests some deviations are involuntary.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • Introduce the concept of "involuntary deviance" in educational settings.
    • Highlight the need for educators to understand medical conditions in students.
    • Emphasize reducing social stigma for students with special needs.

    Main Methods:

    • Conceptual analysis of "involuntary deviance."
    • Case study illustration using children with epilepsy.
    • Discussion of implications for health and general educators.

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    Main Results:

    • "Involuntary deviance" offers a framework for understanding certain student behaviors.
    • Familiarity with medical conditions like epilepsy is essential for educators.
    • Educators can play a role in mitigating social stigma.

    Conclusions:

    • Educators must recognize involuntary deviance and associated medical conditions.
    • Reducing stigma for students with epilepsy and similar conditions is vital.
    • The need for this understanding will grow with inclusive education practices.