Medical Model - answer defines disability in terms of biological impairments. Disability is viewed as a problem that is caused by diagnosed genetic
... [Show More] disorders, disease, trauma, or other health conditions. Disability is treated as a biological problem that diminishes quality of life and needs to be treated with professional medical care.
Social Model - answer Rather than place the definition of "disability" entirely on the person with a disability, this model points out that society creates disabling conditions. To a large extent, "disability" is an avoidable condition caused by poor design.
-doesn't deny that there is a biological or medical component to disability. It merely points out that more inclusive designs can remove the barriers that people with disabilities face in their everyday lives. The model emphasizes the human rights of people with disabilities to participate in society in meaningful ways
-we are more disabled by the society that we live in than by our bodies and our diagnoses
Functional Solutions Model - answer model takes a practical approach to disability by identifying the impairments, or limitations, that are a result of disability. The model then seeks out solutions for eradicating these limitations through advancements in technology or methodology. There is less of a focus on the social and political aspects of disability, but more focus on applying innovation to overcoming the limitations of disability.
-Businesses that create and sell accessibility solutions often take this approach. They see a need and try to meet the need with their products and/or services.
Social Identity Model/Cultural Affiliation Model - answer People with disabilities may develop a sense of personal identity through consorting with others who share similar life experiences based on their disability. Together, the group develops a sense of culture based on these shared experiences.
-doesn't always serve as a useful basis for technical definitions of disability, because groups of people with different types of disabilities—or even without any disabilities—may consider themselves part of the same social group.
Charity Model/Tragedy Model - answer treats disabilities as unfortunate or tragic conditions worthy of special treatment. People without disabilities take pity on those with disabilities and set up fundraisers, projects, assistance, and other interventions to improve the condition of those [Show Less]