This paper examines the dangers of modernism and societal collapse to people with mental retardation and other vulnerable groups, including the dangers brought about by fewer well-functioning families, the medical system, and the human service sector. It emphasizes the growing incidence of "deathmaking" of societally devalued people, and concludes…

Describes the emergence and the content of "new disability studies," an emerging field of critical inquiry in literary and language studies. Looks at how it is contributing to a more tolerant academic community. Shows how considering the development and goals of this new field can help improve understanding of what constitutes tolerance…

Synopsizes a case that tested the role of the state in decisions to withhold surgery from handicapped newborns. Suggests that parents should retain primary decision making authority--until legislation is worded clearly enough for effectual court interpretation, and government is willing to provide more funding and support services for the…

Examines attitudinal barriers toward children with disabilities in the context of legal mandates for inclusive educational settings. It defines prejudice and discrimination, draws parallels between racism and "ableism," and reviews what is known about the development of prejudice in children as well as effective interventions to reduce prejudice.…

"Anderson v. University of Wisconsin" gives important guidance to universities by detailing the components of race and handicap discrimination claims, and illustrating how these claims can succeed. Readmission procedures that could reduce the likelihood of charges of discrimination are suggested. (Author/MLW)

This lecture transcript discusses human rights issues related to people with disabilities in Australia, focusing on concepts of discrimination, legislation, and social justice. Findings from recent federal inquiries into homeless children and mental illness highlight major deficits in services for people with disabilities. (Author/DB)

Noting that the British General Election of 1992 ended the possibility of passing the Civil Rights (Disabled Persons) Bill this year, this article stresses the need for a renewed effort to eliminate discrimination in education and employment. (DB)

A man with autism discusses the need to accept autism instead of seeking a cure, help people with autism to the point where they can help themselves, and ensure adaptations are provided in inclusive schools. He advocates closing residential institutions, ending employment discrimination, and joining the disability rights movement. (CR)

Two social work professionals, one partially sighted, the other blind, describe practical and attitudinal problems regarding graduate school, course work, field service, and location of employment. Suggestions are made for rehabilitation counselors and educators in professional schools. (Author/MC)

Presents the discrimination experienced by students with psychiatric disabilities reentering higher education. Notes three examples of successful college support systems for such students and describes the misconceptions and stigma continuing to surround mental illness. Suggests reasonable accommodations--similar to those provided for other…

Addresses the phenomenon of children with disabilities who are maltreated. The higher risk for children with disabilities being victimized and maltreated because of their dependency and the higher reported incidence of abuse are discussed. Reasons for the higher incidence of abuse, including social devaluation, are provided. (CR)

This commentary discusses the passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the success the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has had in enforcing the ADA for people with mental retardation. Cases the EEOC has won against discriminatory employers are described, and the need for ongoing efforts is emphasized. (CR)

This pamphlet for people with disabilities provides basic information on the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) that concern protection from discrimination in employment. Using simple language, the pamphlet provides the following information: what the ADA is, who the ADA is for, who the ADA is not for, how the ADA can help the…

Key issues surrounding a public broadcasting licensee's obligation to provide access to television programs to the hearing impaired are examined in the context of two recent court decisions. Background of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Federal Communications Commission's concern regarding the hearing impaired are considered. (MSE)

In the two years that the Michigan Civil Rights Commission has been enforcing legislation prohibiting discrimination against handicapped persons, some valuable insights have been gained into how these complaints must be handled in ways different from other types of discrimination complaints. (Author/EB)