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What is considered a global human rights issue according to the content?
What is considered a global human rights issue according to the content?
Which group is NOT specifically identified as disadvantaged in the content?
Which group is NOT specifically identified as disadvantaged in the content?
According to the United Nations definition, who is classified as disabled?
According to the United Nations definition, who is classified as disabled?
What does the World Health Organization define as a 'handicap'?
What does the World Health Organization define as a 'handicap'?
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How has disability been historically approached since the 19th century?
How has disability been historically approached since the 19th century?
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Which of the following is NOT listed as a type of disability?
Which of the following is NOT listed as a type of disability?
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What primary need is emphasized for understanding disability in society?
What primary need is emphasized for understanding disability in society?
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What aspect of disability is often overlooked in discussions according to the content?
What aspect of disability is often overlooked in discussions according to the content?
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What is characterized as the 'largest minority' in the world?
What is characterized as the 'largest minority' in the world?
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What percentage of people with disabilities live in developing countries?
What percentage of people with disabilities live in developing countries?
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Which of the following is NOT listed as a problem faced by disabled people?
Which of the following is NOT listed as a problem faced by disabled people?
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At what age does the rate of disability reach 24%?
At what age does the rate of disability reach 24%?
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What type of discrimination involves preventing, restricting, or complicating the equal enjoyment of rights and freedoms?
What type of discrimination involves preventing, restricting, or complicating the equal enjoyment of rights and freedoms?
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What is one of the critical factors affecting education for disabled children?
What is one of the critical factors affecting education for disabled children?
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Which age group has a disability rate that doubles from the 20-34 age range?
Which age group has a disability rate that doubles from the 20-34 age range?
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What is one major barrier to political participation for individuals with disabilities?
What is one major barrier to political participation for individuals with disabilities?
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What is essential for the inclusion of people with disabilities in working life?
What is essential for the inclusion of people with disabilities in working life?
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What is one of the consequences of allowing disabled individuals to participate in the workforce?
What is one of the consequences of allowing disabled individuals to participate in the workforce?
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What commonly characterizes someone who is addicted?
What commonly characterizes someone who is addicted?
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Which group has been identified as facing treatment barriers for addiction?
Which group has been identified as facing treatment barriers for addiction?
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According to recent statistics, how has the substance use rate changed from 2009 to 2018?
According to recent statistics, how has the substance use rate changed from 2009 to 2018?
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What age group constitutes the largest portion of drug users?
What age group constitutes the largest portion of drug users?
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What has been identified as a significant factor influencing increased addiction rates in working adults?
What has been identified as a significant factor influencing increased addiction rates in working adults?
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What is a key characteristic of addiction according to the discussed context?
What is a key characteristic of addiction according to the discussed context?
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Study Notes
Disability and Addiction
- Disability is a global human rights issue.
- The key aspects of disability in society involve creating awareness and understanding needs.
- Disability is a social phenomenon affecting underdeveloped, developing, and developed countries.
- Types of disabilities include mental retardation, visual impairment, hearing and speech impairments, orthopedic disabilities, and chronic disabilities.
- The UN defines disability as those unable to perform normal daily activities due to physical or mental impairments.
- WHO defines impairment as a deficiency in psychological, anatomical, or physical structures and functions.
- Disability is the loss or restriction of the ability to perform a job compared to a normal person due to a deficiency.
- Handicap refers to a disadvantaged position due to a deficiency or disability, affecting activities typical for a person's age, gender, and social/cultural status.
- The medical model views disability as an individual medical issue, needing care and supervision in institutions isolated from society.
- The social model views disability as a social problem where opportunities for full participation, independence, work, and personal control are needed to engage in society.
- Approximately 15% of the global population has a disability (1 billion people).
- 80% of people with disabilities live in developing countries.
- In OECD countries, disabled people aged 20-34 make up 6% of the population, while this rate doubles by age 35-49, and reaches 24% by age 50-64+.
- Fewer than 1 in 4 disabled people in OECD countries receive support.
- In the TRNC, registered disabled people are 5,288, with a 2017 population of 326,000.
- Problems faced by disabled people include poverty, education, physical environment, transportation, and residence.
Discrimination
- Discrimination based on disability involves denial of equal enjoyment of human rights and freedoms in political, economic, social, cultural, and civil fields.
- Direct discrimination involves unequal treatment due to disability, preventing or restricting rights and freedoms.
- Indirect discrimination occurs when the disability prevents enjoying rights and freedoms.
Inequalities
- Disabilities lead to deprivation in health services, education, employment, and political participation.
To Ensure Development of People with Disabilities
- Training, skill acquisition, equal opportunities, and participation in working life are crucial.
- Creating fair and equal opportunities in working life reduces poverty in the disabled community.
Participation of the Disabled in Economic and Social Life
- Education, health, rehabilitation, travel, and employment support human dignity.
- Removing architectural and physical barriers facilitates participation.
- Access to public transport is essential for inclusion.
What is Addiction?
- Addiction is the excessive dependence on an object or phenomenon, impairing impulse control.
- Addicts believe they cannot survive, be productive, or function without the substance or behavior.
Addicts Characteristics
- Addicts can exhibit a psychopathic personality, disregarding rules and responsibilities.
- Criminal behavior and imprisonment are common characteristics.
- Obsessive personality traits are often present in addicts.
2020 Report on Substance Use
- Global substance use trends show an increase.
- In 2018, 5.3% of the 15-64 global population used substances, up from 4.8% in 2009.
Addiction (2019 Report)
- The UN Office on Drugs and Crime (2019) reports increased drug use worldwide, particularly an increase in cannabis use during the pandemic.
Substance Use
- Substance use can start as early as age 5 or 6, particularly with volatile substances.
- Addiction is more prevalent in working adults exposed to volatile substances.
- Substance use negatively impacts social life and reduces well-being.
Substance Use (Challenges)
- Adolescents and young adults form the largest group of substance users.
- Many people with substance use disorders also have hepatitis C and HIV.
- Treatment opportunities are limited, and disadvantaged groups (prisoners, minorities, immigrants) face barriers to accessing treatment.
- Socioeconomic disadvantages increase substance use risk (street children, criminals, those with prison life, depression, suicide attempts, antisocial attitudes, family conflicts, abuse histories).
Impact of Substance Use
- Decreased self-care and social withdrawal are prevalent in substance users.
- Substance use negatively affects adaptability, hindering work and school performance.
- Reduced health care accessibility affects drug users, due to Covid-19 reducing personal incomes.
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This quiz explores the critical issues surrounding disability and its implications in society. It covers definitions, types of disabilities, and the impact of disabilities on individuals and communities globally. Understand the distinction between disability, impairment, and handicap while recognizing the importance of awareness and human rights.
