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What is a key principle of the rights-based model of disability?
What is a key principle of the rights-based model of disability?
In the context of the rights-based model, what is the primary cause of disability according to the social model perspective?
In the context of the rights-based model, what is the primary cause of disability according to the social model perspective?
What is one of the main roles of social workers in promoting the rights of individuals with disabilities?
What is one of the main roles of social workers in promoting the rights of individuals with disabilities?
How do social workers contribute to protecting the rights of people with disabilities through advocacy?
How do social workers contribute to protecting the rights of people with disabilities through advocacy?
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What aspect do social workers consider in disability assessments according to the text?
What aspect do social workers consider in disability assessments according to the text?
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What do social workers challenge in their efforts to promote the rights of individuals with disabilities?
What do social workers challenge in their efforts to promote the rights of individuals with disabilities?
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What is the main emphasis of the social model of disability?
What is the main emphasis of the social model of disability?
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How does the social model of disability view the cause of disability?
How does the social model of disability view the cause of disability?
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What is the role of social workers in supporting individuals with disabilities?
What is the role of social workers in supporting individuals with disabilities?
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What type of language should social workers use when referring to people with disabilities?
What type of language should social workers use when referring to people with disabilities?
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What is one key aspect of the social model of disability that social workers advocate for?
What is one key aspect of the social model of disability that social workers advocate for?
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How do social workers contribute to a positive shift away from a purely medical perspective on disability?
How do social workers contribute to a positive shift away from a purely medical perspective on disability?
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What is the primary focus of the social model of disability?
What is the primary focus of the social model of disability?
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How does the social model of disability view the cause of disability?
How does the social model of disability view the cause of disability?
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What do advocates of the social model of disability argue for in terms of environments and services?
What do advocates of the social model of disability argue for in terms of environments and services?
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In supporting disabled individuals, what is a key focus of social workers according to the text?
In supporting disabled individuals, what is a key focus of social workers according to the text?
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What is a key principle of the rights-based model of disability?
What is a key principle of the rights-based model of disability?
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What is a critical aspect emphasized in language considerations for social workers dealing with disabilities?
What is a critical aspect emphasized in language considerations for social workers dealing with disabilities?
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In the rights-based model of disability, what is the primary focus when addressing barriers experienced by individuals with disabilities?
In the rights-based model of disability, what is the primary focus when addressing barriers experienced by individuals with disabilities?
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How do social workers contribute to a positive shift away from a purely medical perspective on disability?
How do social workers contribute to a positive shift away from a purely medical perspective on disability?
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What do social workers primarily advocate for in terms of promoting the rights of individuals with disabilities?
What do social workers primarily advocate for in terms of promoting the rights of individuals with disabilities?
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How do social workers approach disability assessments based on the rights-based model?
How do social workers approach disability assessments based on the rights-based model?
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Which perspective aligns with the rights-based model of disability in understanding the causes of disability?
Which perspective aligns with the rights-based model of disability in understanding the causes of disability?
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What is a primary role of social workers in protecting the rights of individuals with disabilities according to the text?
What is a primary role of social workers in protecting the rights of individuals with disabilities according to the text?
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Study Notes
Challenges and Opportunities in Disability Assessments
- Disability assessments remain complex and contested, varying across welfare regimes and policy functions.
- The rights-based approach challenges the historic individualization of disability assessments, emphasizing a broader context and human rights.
Social Model of Disability
- Challenges traditional understanding of disability, focusing on societal barriers rather than individual impairments.
- Key points:
- Inaccessible Environment: Disability is caused by societal barriers, not individual bodies or minds.
- Accommodations and Accessibility: Advocates for making environments and services accessible for disabled people.
Application in Social Work
- Social workers play a critical role in supporting individuals with disabilities:
- Empowerment: Advocating for rights, ensuring access to services, and promoting inclusion.
- Barrier Removal: Removing barriers in various domains that hinder full participation.
- Policy Advocacy: Advocating for policies that align with the social model, aiming for a more inclusive society.
- Person-Centered Approach: Focusing on individual abilities and unique needs, contributing to a positive shift away from a purely medical perspective.
Language Considerations
- Language matters!
- Person-First Language: Emphasizes personhood (e.g., "person with a disability").
- Identity-First Language: Recognizes disability as an integral part of identity (e.g., "autistic person").
- Client Preference: Always ask clients which language they prefer, as they are the experts in their own experiences.
Rights-Based Model of Disability
- Recognizes disability as a natural part of human diversity that must be respected and supported in all its forms.
- Key principles:
- Equal Rights: People with disabilities have the same rights as everyone else in society.
- Non-Discrimination: Disability must not be used as an excuse to deny or restrict people’s rights.
- Social Justice: Aligns with the social model, emphasizing that barriers in society cause disability.
Application in Social Work (Rights-Based Model)
- Social workers play a crucial role in promoting and protecting the rights of individuals with disabilities:
- Human Rights Perspective: Advocating for the rights of people with disabilities, ensuring access to education, employment, healthcare, and social services.
- Assessment and Advocacy: Assessing disability needs, considering both social context and individual functioning, and advocating for policy changes that align with human rights principles.
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Explore the key principles of the rights-based model of disability, which emphasizes equal rights, non-discrimination, and social justice for individuals with disabilities. Learn how this model recognizes disability as a natural aspect of human diversity that should be respected and supported.
