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Communication barriers between 'the able-bodied' and 'the handicapped'.

I K Zola

    Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
    |August 1, 1981
    PubMed
    Summary

    Living with a chronic disease or handicap presents unique challenges, but the core difficulty lies in communication. Both hearing and sharing these experiences evoke deep-seated fears and confront harsh realities, impacting individuals and society.

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    Area of Science:

    • Medical Sociology
    • Disability Studies
    • Health Communication

    Background:

    • Individuals with handicaps or chronic diseases face unique, personal hardships.
    • Communication barriers exist between individuals with disabilities and able-bodied persons.
    • Cultural factors significantly influence these communication challenges.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To explore the core difficulties in communicating about handicaps and chronic diseases.
    • To analyze the psychological impact on both the individual and the listener.
    • To investigate the cultural roots of communication problems in Western societies.

    Main Methods:

    • Qualitative analysis of personal narratives and societal perceptions.
    • Exploration of psychological responses to disability discourse.

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  • Cultural critique of communication patterns related to disability.

    • Main Results:

    • The act of telling and hearing about handicaps evokes significant fear and confronts difficult realities.
    • Communication challenges are deeply embedded within Western cultural norms.
    • A shared core problem exists despite individual variations in hardship.

    Conclusions:

    • Addressing communication barriers requires understanding both individual experiences and cultural underpinnings.
    • Overcoming stigma associated with disability necessitates open and empathetic dialogue.
    • Cultural shifts are needed to foster better understanding and communication regarding chronic illness and disability.