Disability Models: Medical vs Social

Describe one characteristic of the social model of disability.

• Focuses on diagnosing and treating the individual

• Emphasizes the role of society in disabling individuals

• Prioritizes medical interventions

• Considers disability as a personal tragedy

A city council decides to install more wheelchair ramps and accessible public transportation options. Which model of disability does this action represent?

• Medical model

• Social model

• Psychological model

• Biological model

Explain how the social model of disability can lead to changes in public policy.

• By focusing on individual medical treatments

• By highlighting the need for accessible infrastructure

• By emphasizing personal responsibility for health

• By reducing the need for public services

A company implements flexible work hours and remote work options to accommodate employees with disabilities. Which model of disability does this reflect?

• Medical model

• Social model

• Psychological model

• Biological model

Which model of disability emphasizes changing society to accommodate individuals with disabilities?

• Medical model

• Social model

• Biological model

• Psychological model

A community group advocates for the removal of physical barriers in public spaces to improve accessibility for all. Which model of disability does this action align with?

• Medical model

• Social model

• Psychological model

• Biological model

Compare the medical and social models of disability in terms of their approach to education.

• Both focus on individual medical needs

• Medical model focuses on special education, while social model promotes inclusive education

• Both emphasize inclusive education

• Medical model promotes societal change, while social model focuses on individual needs

A person with a disability is given medication to manage their symptoms. Which model of disability does this situation exemplify?

• Social model

• Medical model

• Environmental model

• Educational model

Analyze how the social model of disability can influence public attitudes towards people with disabilities.

• By promoting the idea that disabilities are personal tragedies

• By encouraging the view that society should adapt to include everyone

• By focusing on medical cures for disabilities

• By emphasizing individual responsibility for overcoming disabilities

How does the medical model of disability typically address the needs of individuals with disabilities?

• By advocating for societal changes

• By focusing on medical treatments and interventions

• By promoting inclusive education

• By emphasizing community support