Discuss how the different definitions of disability have affected policy changes or development



What will be an ideal response?


ANS: Many possible answers here, as long as students show an understanding of and make the connection between any of the four definitions and specific legislation or court case. Some are addiction as disability, Olmstead, Selby, ADA, Architectural Act.

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a. psychiatrist b. psychologist c. social worker d. occupational therapist

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In addition to being a social worker, and elected city councilman, Ross Willburn has the distinction of

being: a) The first African American mayor of Iowa City. b) The founder of the Iowa State Youth Council. c) The current Iowa State National Guarde Commander. d) The current executive diretor of the National Network for Youth.

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The "R" which describes the stated purpose for forming a therapeutic group is:

A) ?Reason B) ?Reflection C) ?Realization D) ?Rationale

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Incremental policymaking does not consider which of the following as a base?

a) Existing public participation b) Existing policies c) Existing programs d) Existing expenditures

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