Understanding Disability

Understanding Disability is a practical guide for social workers, counselors, nurses, and other health professionals, offering a comprehensive look at how disabilities affect individuals across different stages of life. Focusing on a social rather than medical model, the book emphasizes strengths, inclusion, and practical strategies for supporting people with disabilities and their families. It covers conditions such as Down syndrome, visual impairment, cerebral palsy, spina bifida, and spinal cord injury, and provides guidance for assessment, treatment planning, and coordinated care.

Key Features

• Developmental Perspective: Explains typical life stages and how disabilities impact each.
• Comprehensive Coverage: Includes Down syndrome, visual impairment, cerebral palsy, spina bifida, and spinal cord injury.
• Strength-Based Approach: Focuses on abilities and inclusion rather than limitations.
• Practical Application: Helps professionals plan treatments, coordinate care, and support families.
• Relevant for Professionals: Ideal for social workers, counselors, nurses, and allied health providers.