Babik, I., & Gardner, E. S. (2020). Factors Affecting the Perception of Disability: A Developmental Perspective. Frontiers in Psychology, 12. https://doi.org/10.3389/fpsyg.2021.702166

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Individuals who view disability solely in terms of the social model may unintentionally neglect the subjective, emotional and spiritual disability experience. This could potentially lead to distortions associated with the holistic development of a disability identity.   


Disability Identity Development in terms of the Social Model 


Factors Affecting the Perception of Disability: A Developmental Perspective

Several internal and external factors develop an individual's perception of disability, many of which influence another and vice versa:

- Personal Attitude and Personality
- Parental Influences
- Educational Influences
- Cultural Norms and Traditions

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