Discuss the ecological approach to defining disability and give an example of policy or legislature that applies to this model



What will be an ideal response?


ANS: Under the ecological model, disability results from interaction of the disabled and their environment; any policy or law calling for changes or adaptations to allow a person with disability to function is a correct response; in education, housing, employment, etc.

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What will be an ideal response?

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