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Disparity in Internet Access Among Parents With Disabilities in the United States
Frank S Li1, Sarah Davidson1,2, Zachary Williams1,3
1Lurie Institute for Disability Policy, Brandeis University, Waltham, MA.
Summary
Parents with disabilities face significant barriers to home internet access. This digital divide impacts families, highlighting the need for targeted support programs to ensure equitable access for all.
Area of Science:
- Sociology
- Public Health
- Disability Studies
Background:
- Consistent internet access is essential for modern resources and systems.
- Children with disabilities are disproportionately affected by lack of internet access, as highlighted during COVID-19 lockdowns.
- Internet access for parents with disabilities and their children remains understudied.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the disparities in home internet access for parents with disabilities.
- To analyze the association between parental disability status and home internet availability.
- To identify specific disability subtypes most affected by lack of internet access.
Main Methods:
- Utilized American Community Survey data from 2018 to 2022.
- Defined parents as adults with co-residing minors.
- Analyzed home internet and high-speed internet access based on parental disability status and type.
Main Results:
- Disabled parents were 1.79 times more likely to lack any home internet and 1.40 times more likely to lack high-speed internet.
- Significant disparities persisted even after controlling for sociodemographic factors.
- Parents with hearing disabilities exhibited the highest likelihood of lacking home internet access.
Conclusions:
- Parental disability status is a significant predictor of lacking home internet access in the US.
- Addressing the digital divide for parents with disabilities is crucial for equitable access to modern resources.
- Increased support for programs assisting parents with disabilities may improve internet accessibility.
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