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Which of the following is the correct definition of disability?
Which of the following is the correct definition of disability?
- A temporary condition that affects a person's ability to perform certain activities
- A medical condition that affects a person's physical or mental abilities (correct)
- A state of being unable to perform any activities due to a physical or mental impairment
- A condition that only affects elderly individuals
What is the most common misconception about disability?
What is the most common misconception about disability?
- Disability is caused by a lack of willpower
- Disability can be cured with medication
- Disability is always visible (correct)
- Disability only affects older people
Which of the following is an example of a disability?
Which of the following is an example of a disability?
- Temporary headache
- Temporary broken bone
- Temporary flu
- Temporary back pain (correct)
Flashcards
Definition of disability?
Definition of disability?
A medical condition that affects a person's physical or mental abilities.
Common misconception about disability?
Common misconception about disability?
Disability is not always visible; it can be unseen.
Example of disability?
Example of disability?
Temporary back pain is usually a temporary impairment, not a chronic disability.
Study Notes
Defining Disability
- The correct definition of disability is an impairment that affects an individual's ability to perform certain tasks or activities.
- Disability is not just a physical limitation, but also includes cognitive, emotional, and sensory impairments.
Misconceptions About Disability
- The most common misconception about disability is that it is something that happens to someone else, and that people with disabilities are not like "us".
- This misconception stems from a lack of understanding and exposure to people with disabilities.
Examples of Disability
- An example of a disability is a person who is blind or has low vision, and may use assistive technology such as a white cane or guide dog to navigate.
- Another example is a person with a mobility impairment, such as paralysis or arthritis, who may use a wheelchair or walker to move around.
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