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Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA)
A landmark legislation passed in 1990 that prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities and mandates accommodations in workplaces and public facilities.
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Symbolic annihilation theory
A theory proposed by George Gerbner, which suggests that media representations of certain groups (e.g., people with disabilities) are so scarce that they effectively erase them from cultural consciousness.
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Able-bodied privilege
The societal advantages that individuals without disabilities experience, often without realizing the barriers faced by those with disabilities.
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Hypersexualization
The portrayal of individuals, particularly women, in a sexualized manner that emphasizes sexual attractiveness, often disregarding their other attributes.
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Disability
A physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities.
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Paternalistic narratives
Media stories that frame individuals with disabilities as needing help or rescue, often reducing them to stereotypes that overlook their agency.
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Self-determination
The ability of individuals to make choices and control their own lives, particularly relevant in the context of those with disabilities.
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Grassroots movements
Community-led initiatives that advocate for social change, particularly regarding the rights and treatment of people with disabilities.
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Positive aging
A perspective on aging that emphasizes health, wellness, and the potential for continued personal growth and learning.
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Temporarily able-bodied (TAB)
A term that highlights that current able-bodied status is not permanent, acknowledging that anyone can experience disability at some point in their life.
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Desexualized representation
Media portrayals of individuals, especially women, with disabilities that ignore their sexual identity and experiences.
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Emphasized femininity
A form of femininity that emphasizes compliance with gender norms and expectations, often objectifying women.
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Media representations of disability
The way in which people with disabilities are depicted in media, often leading to stereotypes and limited visibility.
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Change is the only 'constant'
A philosophical idea that emphasizes the inevitability of change in society and the importance of adapting to new realities.
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Aging processes
The social, political, and economic dynamics surrounding aging, including societal attitudes, roles, and the experiences of different genders as they age.
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Family car dynamics
The ways in which access to and use of cars within families reflect class, gender, and ethnic disparities, influencing independence and mobility.
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Ableism
Discrimination or social prejudice against people with disabilities, often reflecting the belief that typical abilities are superior to those of disabled individuals.
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Mental illness as the last civil rights movement
The notion that the fight for equitable treatment and social acceptance of individuals with mental health issues is a contemporary civil rights issue.
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