...depending on the situation. They may lead to some misconceptions about what is being discussed through the messages, and they could also cause people to begin making stereotypes about others. Misconceptions and stereotypes are both similar in a way that they are both about a view or opinion towards something, however they both have different meanings. Misconceptions are incorrect views or opinions that are based on faulty thinking or understandings. Stereotypes are images or ideas of a specific type of person...
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...Stereotypes Donna Wolfe PHI 103 Informal Logic Instructor: Carol Parker August 12, 2013 Stereotypes The first stereotype I would like to look at is older workers. Many employers believe it is not worth the time and expense of hiring older people as workers. When referring to ‘older people’ I am speaking of people over or very close to the age of 60 years. It is a waste of time to hire them, spend money to train them, just to have them get sick, not be able to handle the job or retire. The argument for not hiring older workers is based in profits. Older people have shorter time to work before they will be leaving an employer, either to retirement or due to health reasons, older people get sick more often than younger people do, and older people cannot use new technology. In an article entitled Older workers: an exploration of the benefits, barriers and adaptations for older people in the workforce we find the following: “Negative stereotypes of older workers included that they are resistant to change, lack energy and enthusiasm, are unable to adapt to new technology and reluctant to undertake training” (Frasier, L. et al 2009 pg 3 para 1) There are many misconceptions in this thinking. Older workers are more experienced, which benefits a company – they don’t need as much training or one on one working with a mentor. They are more likely to be able to do their work without the shadowing of another employee. They are more likely to be stable in their work ethnics, and...
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...towards technological future and this process gives people with autism spectrum disorders opportunities that were not available to them before. Rising acknowledgement of neurodiversity movement is starting to “reduce barriers created by society” (Owren and Stenhammer, 2013), and is stopping to favour the majority. Neurodiversity is about creating an environment in which each person can explore his potential. High-functioning autistic people can now work in spaces, such as busy offices which suit their needs to be as excluded from society or to be as precise with their work as they need and still be able to produce outstanding results (Silberman, 2001). One of the most recent and most popular...
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...Autism has positive aspects which we cannot afford to lose such as the way autism allows these individuals to think differently. According to Temple Grandin, it might be argued that if we could, we shouldn’t eradicate conditions like autism because there are positive aspects to this condition and we need these kinds of minds. In her words, “We’ve got to think about all these different kinds of minds, and we've got to absolutely work with these kind of minds, because we absolutely are going to need these kinds of people in the future.” (TED talk), She knows that our community needs all kinds of minds and autistic minds. Autistic minds think differently and can help solve problems that the non- autistic minds have trouble finding. According to my personal experience, it might be argued that if we could, we should eradicate conditions like autism because it’s difficult to handle autistic children. In my personal experience, I have seen how autistic children may have erratic behavior and appear to have never ending energy. There’s this young fifth grader at the Fairmead Elementary where I work. Last year, he would constantly run into the...
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...The nonprofit organization Autism Speaks is perhaps one of the most well-known in the realm of disability charity and welfare promotion for autistic people. Oftentimes, when working with disabled youth and adults, autistic people will frequently be seen as part of the patient population. As I am looking to become a social worker, I will be working closely with these patients and need to familiarize myself with the organizations that are commonly and frequently pointed to when it comes to looking for help with funding and the improvement of quality of life for people with certain disabilities. Autism Speaks is one of the most prominent autism focused organizations in the United States, yet also maintains a notoriously negative reputation amongst...
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...Assignment #4 1 Grand Canyon University: SPE-226 October 5, 2013 Different Kinds of Disabilities There are several different types of disabilities a child may have. There are disabilities such as intellectual disabilities, autism, severe disabilities, and multiple disabilities. All disabilities are different. They have different cause and may have different effects on the students learning. Intellectual Disabilities Intellectual disability by definition is a disability characterized by significant limitations in both intellectual functioning and adaptive behavior, which covers many everyday social and practice skills. This disability originates before the age of 18 (aaid.org). Intelligence tests are given to gauge if a person has an intellectual disability. Another test used is adaptive behavior scales. Students are observed to see if they have the ability to act appropriately in social situations and if they have the ability to take care of their personal needs (i.e. hygiene). Using both tests, a person can be diagnosed with an intellectual disability, which can be described as mild, moderate, severe, or profound. Intellectual disabilities may occur for a number of reasons. Although the causes are not always known, there are a few known causes such as sociocultural influences, biomedical factors, behavioral factors and unknown prenatal influences (Hardman, Drew & Egan 2011). Students with intellectual disabilities usually read on a reading level that is lower...
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...Autistic spectrum disorder, otherwise known as autism, is a complex disorder of the central nervous system and a developmental disability that comes from a neurological disorder that affects the normal functioning of the brain. (Dowshen, 2008). It is not something one can catch or pass along to someone else. It makes interacting with other people incredibly difficult. Autism was first identified in 1943 by Dr. Leo Kanner of Johns Hopkins Hospital. Autism spectrum disorder can usually be reliably diagnosed by age 3, however new research is pushing back the age of diagnosis to as early as six months. Autism is a developmental disorder that makes it very difficult for one to communicate with others and live a normal life. (What is Autism? An Overview, 2008) The cause of autism remains undiscovered, however many researchers believe autism is linked to differences in brain chemicals and neurotransmitters. No one has yet to have a definite answer as to where these differences come from, however; many believe the differences are in our genes. Some also believe that maternal rubella, PKU, encephalitis, and meningitis may predispose a child to it. It is somewhat more common in particular families, but not inherited in any recognizable pattern. Doctors often tell families who have one child with autism that research shows they have a very high risk of having another child with autism or a similar disorder. (eMedicineHealth, 2009). According to the statistics provided by the...
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...and activities” (Halgin & Whitbourne, 2010, p. 347). The most common misconception that many people seem to have about Asperger Syndrome is that all individuals with Asperger syndrome are exceptionally talented. One reason might be that Asperger Syndrome is not yet widely recognized by the people. Meanwhile, popular media, such as TV, movies, and magazines often portray characters that are diagnosed with Asperger Syndrome as wacky geniuses. Also, there have been a lot of speculations about many historical figures having Asperger syndrome; Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Albert Einstein, and Vincent Van Gogh are some of the most well-known historical figures who may have had Asperger Syndrome. Despite all these, it is important for people to understand that not all people with Asperger Syndrome are gifted and not all people who are extremely talented have Asperger syndrome. Asperger syndrome is categorized into a disorder called Pervasive Developmental Disorders. Other diagnostic categories include autistic disorder, Rett’s disorder, childhood disintegrative disorder, and pervasive developmental disorder not otherwise specified (Mastropieri & Scruggs, 2010, p. 86). Individuals with Asperger syndrome tend to develop more sophisticated communication than individuals with any other pervasive developmental disorders, but they have difficulties with social interactions. Although autism is considered more of a communication deficit and Asperger syndrome is considered more of a socialization...
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...The first way Mark Haddon shows us how people with disabilities are handicapped by communities is by showing us how Christopher acts similarly to other people. Throughout the book, Haddon shows us Christopher’s thought process and actions. They are quite similar to that of someone we would consider “normal,” even in his most unnatural environments. For example, Christopher thinks of familiar things when he is uncomfortable, he talks about games and science, and thinks slightly differently by the increased structure and precision. An example of this is when he explains how he recalls people: “And this is how I recognize someone if I don’t know who they are. I see what they are wearing, or if they have a walking stick, or funny hair, or a certain...
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...you’re going to be a mom or dad. Now suppose you have the opportunity to select what you’re newborn will look like. Do you want a boy or a girl? Would you prefer blonde or brunette hair? With technology rapidly advancing pretty soon you won’t have to hope. Instead you can sit down with your doctor and design your future child. Technology has had a remarkable effect on how we live our lives. Our generation has been labeled as lazy, technology obsessed, and many other stereotypes referring to our dependence on technology. Technology also has the ability to change the appearance and genetics of the next generation. An arising method of genetic engineering has the ability to genetically modify the DNA of a fetus to resemble specific traits. Initially, it may sound like a genius discovery. However, this procedure could change everything we know about our world. It goes against nature and can lead to severe problems. Genetic Engineering has the potential to benefit many people. New discoveries have been made to prevent autism and other disabilities that are detected before birth. Genetic modification is also what allows parents to determine many physical aspects of their future baby. Eye color, hair color, gender, height, skin tone, are just some characteristics that can be altered or enhanced through this procedure. The main question is this new territory is ethics. Is it ethical for the natural production of a fetus to be altered by genetic modification in order to give the child the...
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...First word that comes to mind when I think about diversity is inclusion, making everyone feel like he/she belongs regardless of race, gender, socioeconomic background, disabilities, and sexual orientation. My understanding of diversity is people coming together regardless of their backgrounds and living, working and going to school together. Today, diversity is viewed as being good because it exposes others to something they are not normally use to as well as having the chance to learn and grow. Along with the positive, comes the negative side of diversity. People tend to stereotype and be distrustful when they do not understand something other then what looks like them. Instead of trying to coexist, people close themselves off and continue to believe the single story of an entire ethnicity which are the stories that are incomplete or wrong for that matter. Diversity should not be feared, it should be embraced and looked at as a positive thing. Diversity in the educational system is important. It creates the opportunity for teachers and parents to prepare students for the real-world. I...
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...Centre Name: East End College of Business and ComputingAnd | Centre no: 10562 | Course title | Unit number and title | BTEC HIGHER NATIONAL HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE: LEVEL-5 | Unit 16: Understanding specific needs in health & social care | Student name Student ID | Assessor name | | Margaret Amankwah | Date issued | Completion date | Submitted on | | | | | | Assignment title | Understanding specific needs in health and social care | Assignment Overview: Individuals have a wide & diverse range of demands & care needs. The aim of this assignment is to make a better understanding of these demands & needs within the health & social care service system & the development of these settings to ensure the empowerment of the service users. TABLE OF CONTENTS | TOPICS | PAGE NO | Introduction | …………………….4 | Task : 1 : Understanding perceptions of health , disability , illness & behavior | Task 1A | AC : 1.1 & 1.2 | …………………….5 | Task 1B | AC : 1.3 | …………………….6 | Task : 2 : Understanding how health & social care services & systems support individuals with specific needs | Task 2A | AC : 2.1 | …………………….7 | Task 2B | AC : 2.2 & 2.3 | …………………….7 | Task : 3 : Understanding approaches & interventions strategies that support individuals with specific needs | Task 3A | AC : 3.1 & 3.2 | …………………….9 | Task 3B | AC : 3...
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...The Intention of Rain Man Film Films are not only reflected a society, but it is also influenced the society in many life aspect because of its inspiration that challenges stereotypes which give wrongful, yet negative judgement toward minorities. For example, the movie Rain Man that directed by Barry Levinson, has changed the society’s view about a savant syndrome. The film was a brilliant success and won four awards in the Oscar in 1989 including Best Picture, Best Original Screenplay, Best Director and Best Actor in the leading role for Hoffman. Besides the morality of one’s behaviors that people perceive by watching the film, the movie’s emphasis is to give people a better knowledge of the disorder due to the lack of information of the unpopular...
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...into account seriously and has encountered these problems face by women in a positive manner to bring about a overall change as well as nurture the society in a right manner. The pattern of value in any society...
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...disabilities: A characteristics approach. (4th Ed.). Boston, MA: Pearson. 1. Distribution of Disabilities a) Source: From 28th Annual Report to Congress on the Implementation of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, 2006 (Vol. 1, p.41) by U.S. Department of Education, 2009, Washington, D.C.: USDOE i. Specific Learning Disabilities: 46.4% ii. Speech or Language Impairments: 18.8% iii. Intellectual Disabilities: 9.3% iv. Emotional Disturbance: 7.9% v. Other Health Impairments: 8.4% vi. Other disabilities combined: 9.2% 2. Studying High-Prevalence Disabilities a) High-prevalence disabilities include learning disabilities, mild intellectual disabilities, emotional or behavioral disorders, ADHD, and autism spectrum disorder i. All are served by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act b) Students with ADHD typically have another disability, as well c) 50% of students in special education have learning disabilities, while 10% have intellectual disabilities, and another 10% have emotional disorders d) Students may display a variety of difficulties, issues, and behaviors that cause identification and classification to be difficult e) It is important to provide services for students based on their individual characteristics than to provide them with categorical services i. Some students require noncategorical or cross-categorical programs because of an overlap of characteristics ii. Since the 1970s, noncategorical/multicategorical...
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