The Way Back Then People With Disabilities

Society does not seem to realize that just because you're disabled doesn’t mean you are unable they’re absolutely extraordinary people, we just have to give a chance to let them show their true potential. Just because they cannot do something the same as doesn’t mean that they are incapable.

Disability has been a difficult topic of society for years. Many people find discomfort in the presence of the disabled and many feel pity for those who are disabled. Back in the 1800s, the disabled were perceived as unable to contribute to society, often forced to undergo sterilization, and forced into institutions and asylums (“A Brief History”). In fact, this treatment of the disabled and mentally ill has been persistent until somewhat recently, when the Civil Rights movement took place, and those with disabilities decided to take a stand for their rights. Although people with disabilities continue to face difficulties in finding jobs, legitimizing their opinion, having the right to vote, and choosing whether or not they receive or refuse

In the United States today, there are over fifty-one million disabled adults and children. Throughout our nation’s history, we have not allowed the best treatment and care for these numerous citizens. But, in the recent past, the government has passed laws, made exceptions, and thoroughly tried to provide accommodations to these people with special needs. While this is true, America, as a whole, still views this group as strange or different. Even though this is exceptionally normal, it is not correct. The United States needs to be opened up to the truth about their fellow American citizens. The people of America ought to understand that these disabilities affect not only those who are disabled, but that it affects the family and friends

Everyone desires to live a normal life, without others examining them differently for a disability that they cannot control. Many disabled people are experiencing completely normal lives, when several others are not functioning normal because of a physical or mental disease. People in our world, including the media, do not seem to focus on the disabled people who are living a normal life and are properly functioning. They would rather keep attention on the ones who are stuck in a wheelchair for the rest of their life, and believe that their life is nearly over. Whether someone is disabled or not, they all have the same potential in life, and can all achieve the same goals as someone who is healthy. Mairs, Anaya, and my cousin, Tyler, prove that even though people do look at others differently because of a disability, everyone can still live a normal life.

For starters, disabled people in the United States were not always treated equal, as they are today. As recent as the mid 1900’s, disabled people were stripped of their rights and experimented on. From 1950 to 1972 the Willowbrook State

Formerly, persons with disabilities were kept private and out of public view. In recent years, the number of people living with disabilities has increased due to longer life expectancy and advancement of medical treatments for life-threatening illness. With the transition of persons with a disabilities into more conventional lifestyles, they are now thriving in society. Disabled persons can be increasingly independent through an assisting device such a cane or wheelchair, though cultural barriers still exist between disabled and able-bodied persons.

The history of the Americans with Disabilities Act began long before it was originally introduced to Congress in 1988. (Mayerson, 1992). There isn’t one person responsible for the ADA but rather thousands of Americans who have fought for the rights of people with disabilities and constantly worked to make their lives easier. People with disabilities for a long time were thought of as outsiders in society and were shunned by the majority. It wasn’t until the 1900’s when organizations by and for people with disabilities exploded in popularity and began to get attention and make real positives changes for people struggling with disabilities (Meldon). A profound and historic period for disability public policy occurred under

The Disabilities movement has been the fight for equal rights for those with a disability, no matter whether it’s physical or mental. The American Disabilities Act of 1990 has centuries of history that led up to it. For hundreds of years, people considered people with disabilities to be contagious, worthless, The Disabilities movement has been the fight for equal rights for those with a disability, no matter whether it’s physical or mental. The American Disabilities Act of 1990 has centuries of history that led up to it. For hundreds of years, people considered people with disabilities to be contagious, worthless, less human, and other terrible descriptions. The thought process evolved, significantly in the 20th century, to a more civil and

The Disability Social History Project website is a great side were you can find information and articles pertaining to disabilities in one place. The information is well organized and easy to find. It has 11 buttons on the left-hand side with the different sections. It has information about the history of disabilities in different time periods and different disabilities. The exhibits section has different articles that talk about freak shows in the United States in 1840 through 1940, disability campaigns in the United States during the 30’s through 60’s, and the Nazis’ extermination policies for people with disabilities during the 20’s through 50’s. The people's section of this website is a great inspiration since it has stories of people

The community so wrongly named “disabled” has a place close to my own heart. Growing up with a special education teacher; more recent sister in this field, has made me see how incredible the people are. The challenge being young myself, I realized the fight for respect of the disabled public doesn’t lie in changing rules by legislator or in teaching older generations about the community. It lies within

The modern media and article have significantly improved in ensuring paralyzed people are portrayed as equal to people without disabilities, and the movie The Intouchables have shown paralyzed people to be strong and able just like people without disabilities live a normal life.

Prior to the 19th century, disabilities and differences were viewed with fear and superstition. Considered "curses from the gods," many children and adults were abused and ignored based on their disabilities. Without concerned parents, understanding from society, and the civil rights movement, it is unknown how education and individuals with disabilities would intermingle.

Ever since the 1800’s disabled people were always thought as useless and unable to contribute to society. But during the 1900’s they were able to push through the harmful stereotypes and fight for their civil rights. They demanded equal treatment, equal access and equal opportunity for people with disabilities. To reach these demands they started organizations and protested around the country.

And later in the modern era when science came. To know that the disability is actually caused by genetic disorders. Not a punishment from God I do not know what to do. So they change their perspective on the disabled. They are helped by the same humanity. They began to provide educational opportunities for the disabled. Labor training in England World War I and World War II caused more disabilities around the world. Mainly due to injuries from the war. Made from normal people become disabled. For this reason, they came out claiming the rights of the disabled. To see that they have the same rights as normal people. They need social and environmental help in areas such as employment, socialization, facilities and infrastructure that are conducive

Merely from knowing that a person is disabled they form wrong opinions about other unrelated characteristics of that person. Like people treat one who is mute as in they are deaf by talking in a high-pitch tone.