Submitted To: Submitted By:

Mrs. Urmi Banerjee Ma’am Anshica Nayyar

 STATEMENT OF PURPOSE

To Understand the Following Value

Points :
• Coping with disability
• Society’s attitude towards
disability
• Struggles of a disabled person
• Laws for the disabled
• Government policies for the
betterment of the disabled.
• Need of inclusion of the disabled
in the mainstream society.
 Society’s attitude towards disability
Adjusting to life with a disability can be a difficult transition. We all tend to take our health for granted—until it’s
gone. No matter your disability, it’s entirely possible to overcome the challenges you face and enjoy a full—and
fulfilling—life
Give yourself time to mourn- Before you can accept your disability, you first need to grieve. Not just the loss of your
healthy, unlimited body, but likely the loss of at least some of your plans for the future
You can be happy, even in a “broken” body. It may not seem like it now, but the truth is that you can build a happy,
meaningful life for yourself, even if you're never able to walk, hear, or see like you used to.
•Learn as much as possible about your disability. While obsessing over negative medical information is
counterproductive, it's important to understand what you're facing. What's your diagnosis? What is the typical
progression or common complications? Knowing what's going on with your body and what to expect will help you
prepare yourself and adjust more quickly.
•Don't dwell on what you can no longer do- Mourn the losses, then move on. Focus on what you can do and what
you hope to do in the future. This gives you something to look forward to.
•Be your own advocate. You are your own best advocate as you negotiate the challenges of life with a disability,
including at work and in the healthcare system. Knowledge is power, so educate yourself about your rights and the
resources available to you.
•Set realistic goals—and be patient. A disability forces you to learn new skills and strategies. You may also have to
relearn simple things you used to take for granted. It can be a frustrating process, and it's only natural to want to rush
things and get back to functioning as quickly as possible.
 Society’s attitude towards disability

Prior to the twentieth century, social attitudes reflected the view that
persons with disabilities were unhealthy, defective and deviant. For
centuries, society as a whole treated these people as objects of fear and
pity. The prevailing attitude was that such individuals were incapable of
participating in or contributing to society and that they must rely on
welfare or charitable organizations.
The terminology used to describe people with disabilities has been
changing along with changes in society’s attitudes. Very old terms
include; idiot, imbecile and moron. These terms were replaced with
“mentally retarded” and “disabled”. In recent years, it has become
important to emphasize the individual, not the person’s disability; e.g.,
“individuals with mental retardation” rather than “mentally retarded
people.” People with disabilities want to be recognized for their abilities,
not their disabilities. Some individuals prefer the term “differently abled”
rather than disabled. Attitudes towards people with disabilities have
transformed over time, with each generation gradually becoming better
than the one before. Positive attitudes towards disability is now a common
theme among the general public, with disabilities not seen to differentiate
individuals from their peers
 Struggles of a disabled person

Limited accessibility:
Access to public spaces, transportation, and buildings remains a persistent challenge for
people with disabilities.
Social stigma and discrimination:
Prejudice and misconceptions about disabilities contribute to the social marginalization of
people with disabilities.
Educational barriers:
Despite legislative efforts to promote inclusive education, barriers persist within
educational institutions.
Employment disparities:
The job market can be particularly challenging for individuals with disabilities.
Discrimination, inaccessible workplaces, and lack of accommodations often limit their
employment opportunities.
Financial strains:
Living with a disability can incur additional costs, such as medical expenses, assistive
devices, and specialized care.
Mental health considerations:
The emotional toll of living with a disability should not be underestimated. Individuals may
face higher rates of depression, anxiety, and social isolation.
 Laws for the disabled

As per section 13(1) of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities

Act 2016, the appropriate Government shall ensure that the
persons with disabilities have right, equally with others, to own
or inherit property, movable or immovable, control their
financial affairs and have access to bank loans, mortgages and
other forms of financial credit.
Section 5(2) of the Act states that appropriate government shall
endeavour that persons with disabilities are not forced to live in
any particular living arrangement and are given access to a
range of inhouse, residential and other community support
services, including personal assistance necessary to support
living with due regard to age and gender.
Section 7 of the Act states that victims of violence, abuse or
exploitation shall be rescued, protected and rehabilitated. The
government is also obligated to create awareness about the
provisions and make it available to the public
 Government policies for the betterment of the disabled.

1.The Constitution secures to the citizens including the disabled, a right

of justice, liberty of thought, expression, belief, faith and worship,
equality of status and of opportunity and for the promotion of fraternity.
2.There shall be equality of opportunity for all citizens (including the
disabled) in matters relating to employment or appointment to any office
under the State
3.No person including the disabled irrespective of his belonging can be
treated as an untouchable. It would be an offence punishable in
accordance with law as provided by Article 17 of the Constitution.
4.Every person including the disabled has his life and liberty guaranteed
under Article 21 of the Constitution.
5.There can be no traffic in human beings (including the disabled), and
beggar and other forms of forced labour is prohibited and the same is
made punishable in accordance with law (Article 23).
 Need of inclusion of the disabled in the mainstream society.

Disability is the experience of any condition that makes it

difficult for a person to do certain activities or have
equitable access within the society. This impacts their
overall well-being and development, including factors like
cognitive, intellectual, mental, physical, or sensory.
Over 21 million people suffer from some kind of disability
in India (2011 Census). Despite constituting a large part,
people with disabilities (PWDs) are not accepted into
mainstream society, resulting in a lack of general
awareness about disability. The mainstreaming of PWDs is
extremely critical as it will drive more awareness and
accessibility for these individuals and improve their lives.
Persons with disability can thrive in an inclusive-thinking
society. Promoting a culture and ecosystem, where these
people can earn, live and sustain with dignity and respect,
will ensure a safe, resilient, sustainable and inclusive
environment for PWDs.
 Conclusion Drawn from the Research

People with disabilities are at a higher risk for poor

health outcomes. There is a clear need for public
health efforts to reduce health disparities among
people with disabilities.
Knowledge about the health status and public health
needs of people with disabilities is
essential for addressing these and other health
disparities.
The four Competencies and associated learning
objectives will address the knowledge gaps for
public health professionals about disability, and
health disparities. They provide
foundational knowledge about the relationship
between public health programs and health
outcomes among people with disabilities. The
Competencies can also be embedded into existing
public health curriculum and training programs
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