Introduction on Disability and Stigma Disability is a complex and comprehensive notion that overlaps with social, cultural, and structural aspects of society. While medical models define disability as an individual impairment, sociological perspectives emphasize the role of societal barriers and stigmatization in shaping the experiences of people with disabilities. Stigma, as a social construct, reinforces … Read more
Introduction Disability is a complex and multifaceted phenomenon that has been understood and interpreted in various ways across different societies and academic disciplines. The International Classification of Functioning, Disability, and Health (ICF), developed by the World Health Organization (WHO) in 2001, provides a comprehensive framework for understanding disability beyond the traditional medical model. Unlike earlier models … Read more
Introduction of Social Model of Disability Disability has long been a subject of study in sociology, with various models emerging to explain the experiences of disabled individuals in society. One of the most influential frameworks is the Social Model of Disability, which shifts the focus from individual impairments to societal barriers that restrict participation. This model … Read more
Introduction Disability is a complex and multifaceted phenomenon that has been conceptualized in various ways across different disciplines. In sociology, the understanding of disability has evolved significantly, moving from a purely medical or individualistic perspective to a more social and structural one. The medical model of disability is one of the earliest and most dominant frameworks for … Read more