Theoretical Models of Disability Flashcards
Which model identifies functional impairments/limitations in society that are a result of disability?
Functional Solutions
In which model do people without disabilities take pity on those with disabilities and try to “improve” their lives via fundraisers, projects, assistance, etc.?
Charity
Why are theoretical models of disability important?
They perspectives and frameworks through which to understand disabilities
Most products and services in this approach address issues at the level of the individual
Functional Solutions
Which model prioritizes applying inventiveness and entrepreneurship to overcome the limits of disability?
Functional Solutions
Which models most closely align with the principles of accessibility and universal design?
Medical, Social, and Functional Solutions
Business that create and sell accessibility solutions often take a “________” approach
Functional Solutions
Which model views disability as a problem caused by a person’s biology rather than the social environment?
Medical
Which model is the basis for the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF)?
Biopyschosocial
Which model is a direct response to the medical model of disability?
Social
What is a strength of the CHARITY model?
Can create a sense of empathy in those without disabilities and inspire them to contribute their time and/or resources to provide genuine assistance
What are strengths of the MEDICAL model of disability?
- Addresses biological sources of disabilities and seeks cure or management
- Helps medical professionals make treatment decisions
- Clearly defined criteria for who receives government assistance
A student group that consults with disabled members before organizing an event in order to make sure the venue is accessible is an example of WHICH theoretical model of disability?
Social model
How does the BIOPSYCHOSOCIAL model view disability?
Incorporates aspects of both medical and social models, recognizing that neither alone fully encompasses the notion of disability
What are weaknesses of the MEDICAL model?
- Focuses on biology of the person instead of the design of the social environment
- Assigns disability as a personal characteristic, causing stigma
- People who do not fit within narrow definitions of disability may be denied benefits
A wheelchair-using student is unable to get into a building because there are only steps and no ramp. Which model would view the student/wheelchair as the problem rather than the steps?
Medical model
Which model prioritizes designing with accessibility in mind?
Social
A strength of the functional solutions model is:
A. It recognizes the biological limitations of individuals with disabilities and seeks to treat those limitations.
B. It acknowledges that society that can be more welcoming and inclusive.
C. It brings together people with disabilities who share common life experiences.
D. It looks for realistic, beneficial solutions through creativity and innovation.
D. It looks for realistic, beneficial solutions through creativity and innovation.
What are the prominent theoretical models of disability?
- Medical
- Social
- Biopsychosocial
- Economic
- Functional Solutions
- Social Identity/Cultural Affiliation
- Charity
How does the SOCIAL IDENTITY/CULTURAL AFFILIATION model define disability?
A. As a biological impairment caused by a medically-diagnosed genetic disorder, disease, trauma, or other health condition.
B. The approach of disabilities by developing a sense of personal identity through consorting with others who share similar life experiences based on their disability.
C. A practical approach to disability by identifying the functional impairments or limitations that are a result of a disability and seek solutions
D. Approaching disability as a result of society creating disabling conditions rather than place the definition of “disability” solely on the person.
E. Defining disability by a person’s inability to participate in work.
B. The approach of disabilities by developing a sense of personal identity through consorting with others who share similar life experiences based on their disability.
Which model emphasizes the human rights of people with disabilities to be able to meaningfully participate in society?
Social
A course leader meeting with a visually impaired student before the beginning of a course to find out how hand-outs can be adapted so that the student can read them is an example of WHICH theoretical model of disability?
Social model
How does the FUNCTIONAL SOLUTIONS model view disability?
A. As a biological impairment caused by a medically-diagnosed genetic disorder, disease, trauma, or other health condition.
B. The approach of disabilities by developing a sense of personal identity through consorting with others who share similar life experiences based on their disability.
C. Takes a practical approach to disability by identifying the functional impairments or limitations that are a result of a disability and seek solutions
D. Approaches disability as a result of society creating disabling conditions rather than place the definition of “disability” solely on the person.
E. Defining disability by a person’s inability to participate in work.
C. Takes a practical approach to disability by identifying the functional impairments or limitations that are a result of a disability and seek solutions
What are strengths of the SOCIAL model?
- Points out that barriers and challenges encountered by people with disabilities are not inevitable/a characteristic of the person’s “broken” body
- Empowers designers to think about usability for all kinds of people