Osoba z niepełnosprawnością ewolucja pojęcia
Person with disabilities evolution of the meaning

Summary/Abstract: Over the centuries, the terms used to describe people with limitations, dysfunctions or chronic diseases that impede functioning have changed. Basic terms were defined differently, new terms were created or the meaning (expanded conceptual scope) of earlier words, descriptions or terms was modified. Terms directly defined the identity of individuals and whole groups. They directly determined the attitude to oneself and to other people, as well as others to a person. In the 21st century, it is still an open question which terms are less likely than others to influence marginalization, stigmatization or discrimination. The article defines terms such as cripple, invalid, disability, person with disabilities, types of disabilities. Determinants of change and directions of modification of the conceptual scope are indicated.

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