The additive approach to research results in essentialism by isolating each variable separately, instead of viewing them as interactional.

Additive Appproach is Inadequte in Intersectional, Disability Studies Research 

Interactional approaches examine variables as interactive resulting in individual varying experiences. 

Interactional Appproach is Favored When Conducting Disability Studies Research that Considers Individual Complexity

The interactive approach is favored over the additive approach in disability studies because it oppses the binary and essentialist mindset of current methods.

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Disability studies resaerch often neglects the presence of an individual's identity which can have major influence over their subjective reality and reinforces oppressive systems. 

Critical Perspective of Disability Studies

Tina Goethals, Elisabeth De Schauwer, & Geert Van Hove. (2015). Weaving Intersectionality into Disability Studies Research: Inclusion, Reflexivity and Anti-Essentialism. DiGeSt. Journal of Diversity and Gender Studies, 2(1–2), 75–94. https://doi.org/10.11116/jdivegendstud.2.1-2.0075


Weaving Intersectionality into Disability Studies Research: Inclusion, Reflexivity and Anti-Essentialism

Interactive Versus Additive Approach in Intersectional, Disability Studies Reasearch

Disability studies research that considers insectionality includes the participants in all stages of the process to emphasize inclusion, reflexivity, and anti-essentialist.

"Nothing about us without us"- Judy Heumann

Dual thinking, or thinking in terms of "and", is a method in reseacrh that allows for variable conclusions. It would bipass binary schemas by allowing room for grey areas.

Reframe Current Research Method

Clinical psychology and disability studies have long existed in separate academic, philosophical, and political spaces, especially in relation to mental health and disability. Both fields have faced significant criticism for their approaches to supporting the mental health of disabled people. This divide highlights the urgent need for mutual engagement and collaboration. Bridging these disciplines could lead to more inclusive and effective mental health support for disabled individuals.

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