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B e e P ey R A AN DN I 20 A i i 1, Avoiding Biassing: Disability Avoiding Biassing: Disability Cynthia Iracheta Stanbridge University English 2020 Kristen Chrisman 10/29/23

Avoiding Biassing: Disability 2 Avoiding Biassing: Disability Disability is defined as a physical, mental, cognitive, or developmental condition that impairs, interferes with, or limits a person's ability to engage in certain tasks or actions or participate in typical daily activities and interactions. This term however does not define the individual. Over time society has used many terms to identify an individual that had no say over which limitations they would be born with or develop in their life time. If you assume then we are withholding that persons sense of worth and destroying their dignity by making them feel less then a human. In todays world that seems to be evolving every day. To avoid any bias terms just treat that individual person with respect, kindness, and ask them how they would like to be identified as. On October 25, 2023 I received a letter from my daughters 2nd grade teacher asking for all parents to help stopping any teasing that may occur regarding another peer in her class who has a condition called Achondroplasia, which is a form of dwarfism. A common disability, that can be seen, and causes limitations to this seven year old child’s everyday activities. The word “midget” is not used in the short-stature community anymore it is seen as a derogatory, slang word. This child did not choose to have this disability. Yes, kids are straight forward, but we as parents must teach them at a young age how to not be bias. There is no cure for dwarfism, although limb-lengthening is a controversial and painful procedure.

Avoiding Biassing: Disability In conclusion, to insure the social-emotional well-being of children and individuals with disabilities, and reduce their risk of negative outcomes, we must continue to develop initiatives that link people, environments, and bias prevention practices. Efforts must be based on respect for others and an appreciation of diversity, and bring together those with and without disabilities in a way that gives each individual an opportunity to use his or her gifts and capacities.

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