Disability inequality

Social model: (👤 Oliver, 1983) disability is caused by societal barriers, not impairments. Focuses on removing environmental and attitudinal barriers.
- Underplays medical needs.
Social exclusion: (👤 Barnes, 1974) disabled people are excluded from education, work, and public life due to institutional discrimination.
- Lacks attention to intra-group diversity.
Social construction: (👤 Shakespeare, 2011) disability identity is shaped by social expectations and stigma, which limit opportunities.
- May neglect personal and health factors

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