Redefining Disability: Unravelling the Social Model and Its Impact on Society
This article discusses the social model of disability, emphasizing societal barriers as the cause of disability rather than individual impairments. It highlights the importance of addressing these barriers, which include physical, communication, attitudinal, economic, policy, and legal barriers, to create a more inclusive and equitable society. The article also compares the social model with the human rights model of disability. The article concludes by stressing the need for positive attitudes, reducing stigma, and promoting inclusivity and human rights for people with disabilities. The social model has influenced public policies and programs, significantly changing societal attitudes toward disability.
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