Disability

Romel W. Mackelprang (DSW, MSW, University of Utah) is Professor Emeritus of Social Work, a founder of the Center for Disability Studies and Universal Access, and founder of the Disability Studies program at Eastern Washington University.Richard O. Salsgiver (PhD, Carnegie-Mellon University) is Professor Emeritus of Social Work at California State University, Fresno.Ryan C. Parrey (PhD, University of Illinois) is Director of the Disability Studies program and Senior Lecturer at Eastern Washington University.

Disability is a comprehensive text covering a wide array of subjects pertaining to understanding the history, culture, and nature of disability coupled with an exploration of specific disability types, models of care, and advocacy.

• List of Figures, Tables, and Boxes Preface Acknowledgments Part I: Context for Practice Chapter 1. The Meanings and History of Disability in SocietyStudent Learning ObjectivesIntroductionDisability in HistoryDisability Identity as Minority IdentityThe Power of LanguageDisability Language in Contemporary SocietyAn Introduction to Models of DisabilitySummaryPersonal Narrative: Judy HeumannDiscussion QuestionsRecommended ReadingsRecommended MediaReferences Chapter 2. Human Development and DisabilityStudent Learning ObjectivesIntroductionTraditional Developmental TheoriesTraditional Theories of Adaptation to DisabilityDevelopmental Theory in the Context of DisabilityBiological and Economic TheoriesTheories of Human Development Related to Identity and Identity GroupsDisability: Intersections with Other Critical TheoriesSummaryPersonal Narrative: Bill HyattDiscussion QuestionsRecommended ReadingsRecommended MediaReferences Chapter 3. Traditional Approaches to Disability: Moral and Medical ModelsStudent Learning ObjectivesIntroductionThe Moral ModelMedical and Professional ModelsAbleism and OppressionSummaryPersonal Narrative: Abby KovalskyDiscussion QuestionsRecommended ReadingsRecommended MediaReferences Chapter 4. Social and Cultural Manifestations of Disability as DiversityStudent Learning ObjectivesIntroductionFoundations of CulturesCulture and OppressionDisability and OppressionDisability, Minority Status, and Cultural DevelopmentManifestations of Disability CultureDisability Culture and LiberationSummaryPersonal Narrative: Pat MesserlyDiscussion QuestionsRecommended ReadingsRecommended MediaReferences Chapter 5. Universal Diversity TheoryStudent Learning ObjectivesIntroductionThe Social-Ecological ModelCritical Disability TheoryUniversal Diversity Theory in Human Service Practice and Applied Disability StudiesUniversal Diversity Theory Challenges the Validity of Mainstream NormativityLanguage and Cultural Symbols Define and Reflect Societal Values and Actions toward Diverse PeoplesIndividuals and Groups Live with Multiple and Intersecting IdentitiesPeople and Groups in Society Are IndependentDiversity and Oppression as Related but Not SynonymousUniversal Diversity Theory Building on Civil Rights to Promote Equality and Move toward Universal Accessibility for All GroupsIdentity, Culture, and Pride Provide Positive Meaning in LifeSummaryPersonal Narrative: Jess TourtellotteDiscussion QuestionsRecommended ReadingsRecommended MediaReferences Chapter 6. Disability Laws, Policies, and Human RightsStudent Learning ObjectivesIntroduction Laws and Policies: Five General CategoriesDisability Laws and Policies throughout HistoryEvolving Disability Laws and PoliciesEmployment and EducationThe Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and Subsequent AmendmentsThe Canadian Human Rights Act of 1976-1977 and the Charter of Rights and Freedoms of 1982 (Canada)Disability Definitions GloballyDisability Rights as Human Rights: International PerspectivesDisability Laws in Multiple Selected CountriesUniversal Access and PolicySummaryDiscussion QuestionsRecommended ReadingsRecommended MediaReferences Part II: Disability Groupings Chapter 7. Mobility Disabilities Student Learning Objectives IntroductionCongenital Disabilities Acquired Mobility-Related Disabilities Prejudice, Stereotyping, and Discrimination Aging Universal Diversity Theory and MobilitySummary Personal Narrative: Karen Pendleton Discussion Questions Recommended Readings Recommended MediaReferences Chapter 8. Deaf, Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing PeopleStudent Learning Objectives IntroductionIncidence and PrevalenceTerminology Deaf Culture Language Family Relationships Education Hearing Families of Deaf Children Multiculturalism Hard-of-Hearing Persons Late-Onset Deafness Universal Diversity Theory and d/DeafnessSummary Personal Narrative: Martha Sheridan Discussion Questions Recommended Readings Recommended MediaReferences Chapter 9. Blindness and Visual Impairments Student Learning Objectives IntroductionCauses of Blindness and Visual Impairment Social Stigma and StereotypesBlindness and Daily LifePersons Who Are Blind and Deaf-DeafBlind Universal Diversity Theory and BlindnessSummary Personal Narrative: Brenda Premo Discussion Questions Recommended Readings Recommended MediaReferences Chapter 10. Developmental Disabilities Student Learning Objectives IntroductionIntellectual Disabilities Down Syndrome Autism Spectrum Disorders Epilepsy and Seizure Disorders The Right to Be Me Universal Diversity Theory and Developmental DisabilitiesSummary Personal Narrative: Resa Hayes Discussion Questions Recommended Readings Recommended MediaReferences Chapter 11. Mental Health Disabilities Student Learning Objectives IntroductionMajor Mental Illness Classifications Social Contexts of Defining Mental Health Disabilities Historical Aspects of Mental Health Disabilities Language, Meaning, and Mental Health Disability Living with a Mental Health Disability Universal Diversity Theory and Mental HealthSummary Personal Narrative: Donna Orrin Discussion Questions Recommended Readings Recommended MediaReferences Chapter 12. Cognitive Disabilities Student Learning Objectives IntroductionLearning Disabilities Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder Traumatic Brain Injuries Psychosocial Consequences of Cognitive Disabilities Universal Diversity Theory and Cognitive DisabilitySummary Personal Narrative: Kevin Shirey Discussion Questions Recommended Readings Recommended MediaReferences Chapter 13. Health-Related Disabilities Student Learning Objectives IntroductionHistorical PerspectivesInfectious Conditions COVID-19Cancers Autoimmune and Inflammatory Conditions Cardiovascular Conditions Universal Diversity Theory and Health-Related DisabilitiesSummary Personal Narrative: Danny Teachmann Discussion Questions Recommended Readings Recommended MediaReferences Part III: Human Service Practice Framework Chapter 14. Assessment in PracticeStudent Learning ObjectivesIntroductionProfessional Assessments/Evaluations as ProductsPathology and AssessmentMedical and Social Models of AssessmentSocial-Ecological AssessmentUniversal Design and Universal AccessSummaryPersonal Narrative: Pat MesserlyDiscussion Questions and ExercisesRecommended ReadingsRecommended MediaReferences Chapter 15. Models of PracticeStudent Learning ObjectivesIntroductionModels of Practice in Human Service ProvisionThe Strengths and Positive Psychology ApproachesThe Empowerment ApproachThe Case Management ApproachThe Independent Living ModelSummaryPersonal Narrative: Josie ByzekDiscussion QuestionsRecommended ReadingsRecommended MediaReferences Chapter 16. Practice GuidelinesStudent Learning ObjectivesIntroductionPrinciples in Human Service and Independent Living PracticeIntegrating a Positive Disability IdentityHuman Service Practice FunctionsCase ExamplesSummaryDiscussion QuestionsRecommended ReadingsRecommended MediaReferences Appendix: Legal Documents: Statutes, Laws, Bills, Charters, and Constitutions Index