There are unacceptable terms spoken to individuals with disabilities and we should be aware of them in the workplace. These words are not only culturally insensitive but also emotionally damaging to individuals with disabilities. Words such as handicapped, slow, retarded, cripple, midget, lame, wheel chair-bound, Mongolism, etc. should not be used. Even complimenting someone with a disability because (s)he accomplishes something successfully is insensitive. It is also important that you don't assume that a person with a disability wants or either requires your assistance.
Read what DiversityInc has to say about 7 things never to say to people with disabilities.
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Dr. Marilyn J
Thursday, October 16, 2008
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