Theoretical models of disability - Economic model

Question 1

True or False: The economic model views disabilities from the perspective of the economic impact of the disability on individuals, employers, the state, and welfare programs.

Answer 1

True

Question 2

What does the economic model recognize about disabilities? (Select one)
A. Disabilities have no impact on a person’s ability to work.
B. Disabilities impact people’s ability to work.
C. Disabilities only affect physical health.
D. Disabilities improve profit margins for employers.

Answer 2

B. Disabilities impact people’s ability to work.

Question 3

True or False: The economic model suggests that people with disabilities might earn less money and have higher costs for necessary assistance.

Answer 3

True

Question 4

How might the economic model create a sense of stigma? (Select one)
A. By recognizing bodily limitations that impact work.
B. By defining people as needing assistance like disability payments, which may lead to negative perceptions.
C. By providing too much financial support to people with disabilities.
D. By ignoring the financial needs of people with disabilities.

Answer 4

B. By defining people as needing assistance like disability payments, which may lead to negative perceptions.

Question 5

True or False: The economic model is closely related to the charity model.

Answer 5

True

Question 6

Why might some people with disabilities not qualify for assistance programs under the economic model? (Select one)
A. They do not want assistance.
B. Their disabilities do not significantly impact their ability to work.
C. They do not meet the legal definition of having a disability.
D. Their employers cover all additional costs.

Answer 6

C. They do not meet the legal definition of having a disability.