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What is suggested about the concept of 'normal' in society?

  • It only pertains to physical attributes.
  • It is a practice reliant on historical and political norms. (correct)
  • It is solely based on biological criteria.
  • It is a fixed state of being.
  • How do disciplinary norms influence individuals according to Foucault?

  • They eliminate power relations in society.
  • They help individuals to understand and manage societal norms. (correct)
  • They promote freedom of expression.
  • They create spaces for non-normative identities.
  • In the context of disability, what is a common perception of the disabled body?

  • It is entirely defined by cultural achievements.
  • It is viewed as contributing to social harmony.
  • It is celebrated for its uniqueness.
  • It is often seen as abnormal and problematic. (correct)
  • What role does culture play in shaping the concept of the disabled body?

    <p>It contributes to the normalization of disability as a deficiency. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does applying Foucault's theories of power help illustrate about societal norms?

    <p>They determine which bodies are accepted or cast out as unfit. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What socio-economic conditions are connected to the making of the disabled body?

    <p>Industrial capitalism and neoliberalism. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the historical context influence the perception of race and disability?

    <p>It complicates how different bodies are viewed within societal norms. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of identity does the concept of the 'neoliberal subject' primarily focus on?

    <p>Individual responsibility and self-governance. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is primarily shaped by industrial capitalism according to the content?

    <p>The normative understanding of the body (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How were workers trained to adapt their bodies within the industrial factory setting?

    <p>By adhering to a set of strict guidelines for behavior and productivity (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the regimes of the factory contribute to the understanding of disability?

    <p>Disability as a deviation from productivity standards (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which aspect of society has continued to reflect the model established during industrialization?

    <p>Urban planning and educational systems (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the content, which demographic was primarily considered as the 'normal' worker during the industrial era?

    <p>Young, male, able-bodied individuals (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the historical context of colonialism and eugenics influence modern perceptions of disability?

    <p>It reinforces stereotypes and inadequacies in marginalized communities (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of the content, how is the relationship between knowledge and power exemplified?

    <p>By shaping societal norms and standards of productivity (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role did surveillance play in the industrial factory context?

    <p>To monitor productivity and enforce conformity to standards (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which model emphasizes the societal factors that disable individuals rather than focusing solely on their impairments?

    <p>Social model of disability (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In Foucault's analysis, the concept of the 'normal' body is tied to which of the following?

    <p>Knowledge and power dynamics (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Foucault's work on discipline and punishment primarily address?

    <p>The regulation of bodies and behaviors in society (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which aspect of disability is highlighted in the intersection of race and disability discourse?

    <p>How societal structures differently affect individuals based on race (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the concept of disability rights challenge the neoliberal subject?

    <p>By questioning the valuing of productivity as a measure of worth (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an implication of the medical model of disability?

    <p>Focus on rehabilitation and treatment (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does ableism in popular culture often manifest as?

    <p>Portrayal of disabled individuals as objects of pity or inspiration (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does industrial capitalism intersect with notions of disability?

    <p>It prioritizes productivity, marginalizing those deemed 'nonproductive' (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Normal as a "doing"

    Normal is not a fixed state but a learned practice based on historical and social norms of behavior.

    Disciplinary Norms

    Rules that shape how we perceive and interact with bodies, influencing both our own and others' behavior and body image.

    Disabled body as abnormal

    The disabled body is often viewed as different from (and inferior to) the standard; viewed as a problem.

    Cultural association between disability and deficiency

    Societal interpretations of disability as abnormal and lacking are not natural; they are culturally and historically constructed.

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    Disabled Body Production

    Disability is produced and perceived through social and political constructions of norms, not innate traits.

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    Power & Normalization

    Power structures determine which bodies are accepted and which are excluded as "normal" or outside the norm in a given social context.

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    Disabled Body under Capitalism

    This focuses on how capitalism and neoliberalism impact the experiences and perceptions of disabled bodies.

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    Social Construction of Disability

    Disability is a social creation, shaped by historical and cultural norms, rather than a fixed condition.

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    Norms of the working body

    Industrial societies created a standard worker's body (young, male, able-bodied) to match factory demands. Punctuality, hours, and productivity were enforced.

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    Disciplinary enclosure

    The factory imposed rules and strict supervision to train workers' bodies.

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    Industrial Capitalism

    An economic system emphasizing factory production, causing workers to be shaped to suit the system and to its rhythm.

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    Disabled bodies

    Bodies that could not meet the factory's standards of productivity, creating an 'abnormal' category.

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    Normative able-bodied worker

    The ideal worker for industrial society, defined by youth, maleness, and physical ability.

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    Industrialization influence

    Industrialization influenced various aspects of society, from building design to working hours, even though factories are no longer dominant.

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    Disciplinary regime

    A system of rules and control in a social organization to shape individuals according to its standards.

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    Average acceptable rate

    The standard or expected production rate within an industrial setting, where bodies not meeting that rate are deemed 'abnormal' or 'disabled'.

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    Disciplinary Power

    Power structures that regulate and control bodies through rules, societal norms, and expectations, often shaping how we perceive "normal" and "abnormal" bodies.

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    Normalization

    The process by which societal norms and expectations are established and upheld, often leading to the exclusion or marginalization of bodies that don't conform to those norms.

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    Disability as a Social Construct

    Disability is not just a physical or mental condition but a social phenomenon shaped by cultural beliefs, historical context, and power dynamics.

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    The 'Normal' Body

    This refers to the idealized, often unattainable image of a perfect body that is culturally constructed and reinforced, often excluding bodies with disabilities or those deemed 'unfit.'

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    Disability Justice

    A framework that challenges the exclusion and oppression of disabled people, advocating for social justice based on the principle of inclusion and full participation in society.

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    Body Image & Disability

    The way an individual views their physical self in relation to societal norms and how these perceptions influence their self-esteem and overall well-being, especially for individuals with disabilities.

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    Crip Theory

    A critical approach that analyzes and challenges societal assumptions and prejudices about disability, acknowledging its intersection with other forms of oppression like race, gender, and sexuality.

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    Capitalism & Disability

    The way capitalist systems can exploit, marginalize, and exclude people with disabilities, often limiting their access to employment, healthcare, and economic opportunities.

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    Study Notes

    Book Title and Edition

    • Power and Everyday Practices
    • Second Edition

    Authors

    • Deborah Brock
    • Aryn Martin
    • Rebecca Raby
    • Mark P. Thomas

    Publication Details

    • University of Toronto Press
    • 2019
    • ISBN 9781487588236 (hardcover)
    • ISBN 9781487588229 (softcover)

    Contents (Partial List)

    • List of Figures
    • List of Text Boxes
    • Preface
    • Acknowledgements
    • Introduction: Unpacking the Centre
    • Part One: Foundations
      • Thinking About Power
      • Assembling Our Tool Kit: Interrogating Representations and Discourses
    • Part Two: The Centre, Normalization, and Power
      • Fashioning the Normal Body
    • Part Three: Everyday Practices
      • Science and the "Matter" of Power
      • Are You "Normal"?
      • Going Shopping: The Politics of Everyday Consumption
      • Are You Financially Fit?
      • Let's Get a Coffee
      • Indigenous Youth: Representing Themselves
      • Being a Tourist
    • Conclusion
    • Glossary
    • Contributors
    • Index

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    Test your knowledge on the key concepts from the second edition of 'Power and Everyday Practices'. This quiz covers foundational ideas about power, normalization, and the politics of everyday consumption as presented by Deborah Brock and her co-authors. Dive deep into the themes and discussions that shape our understanding of power dynamics today.

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