The job accommodation needs of adults with specific learning disabilities are examined through an analysis of cases handled by the Job Accommodation Network. Case examples are included, which provide practical solutions to common situations involving these adults in the employment environment. Resources available for making accommodations are…

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…

This article describes the sense of terror felt by many individuals with Asperger syndrome due to distorted stimuli and social skills deficits. Societal attitudes that ostracize those that behave strangely or are socially awkward are discussed, along with disability persecution and discrimination. (CR)

This article traces the development of the concept of "audism" from its inception in the mid-1970s by exploring three distinct dimensions of oppression: individual, institutional, and metaphysical. Although the first two aspects of audism have been identified, there is a deeply rooted belief system regarding language and human identity that is yet…

This resource tool builds a normative framework to examine the intersections of disability rights and gender in the human rights based approach to development. Through case studies, good practices and analyses the research tool makes recommendations and illustrates effective tools for the implementation of gender and disability sensitive laws,…

This report discusses the findings of national surveys that show little evidence of improvement in the economic well-being of Americans with disabilities. Positive and negative findings include: (1) the labor force participation rate for people with disabilities aged 18-64 remained more or less constant, at about 52 percent between 1990 and 1994;…

The pamphlet outlines provisions of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, which protects the rights of persons with handicaps in programs and activities that receive federal financial assistance, including individuals with disabilities that may not be apparent. The pamphlet answers questions about the civil rights of students with hidden…

Author explores ramifications of two 1978 United States Supreme Court decisions, "Manhart" and "Bakke," within America's historical drive for equality and within the limitations imposed by today's economic realities. Available from Executive Enterprise Publications Co., Inc., 10 Columbus Circle, New York, New York 10019; $48.00 annually.…

An administrator summarizes basic implications for special education of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 regarding employment of handicapped persons, building facility arrangements, and programming for exceptional students. (CL)

A survey of 300 human resources managers indicated that 83 percent of companies employ physically impaired people. Forty-five percent actively recruit persons with impairments. Results show that about half of the companies provide special assistance to these employees. About half of the companies also employ mentally impaired workers. (CH)

Through interviews and examination of records, employment rates were studied in a sample of 762 disabled adults (ages 18-55) in Israel. The profile that emerged indicated that employed individuals (N=220) tended to be younger, male, more educated, Israeli, and less seriously medically disabled, among other distinguishing characteristics.…

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…

This report presents data in text and graphs on the situation of people with disabilities in the United States in the context of requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act. An introduction identifies four reasons for the observed slow pace to compliance with disability-rights laws: (1) ignorance about what constitutes accessibility and…