I fail to understand why there is so much discussion about labels. It
seems that rather than intellectualizing a discussion of labels, it is
important just to refer to people as people and when absolutely necessary,
add a defining phrase such as "with a learning difficulty" or "with an
intellectual disability."
I think Rosie is correct when she suggests that maybe the term utilized
ought to be the term preferred by the individuals who are in question.
The term used may vary from group to group (her example of People First
groups) and there should be no problem with that. The important thing is
to respect individual choices.
Adele
Adele Patrick, Ph.D.
Phone: (706) 542-1812 402 Aderhold Fax: (706) 542-4130
University of Georgia
Athens, Georgia 30602
On Wed, 16 May 2001, Rosaleen Moriarty-Simmonds wrote:
> Intellectual Disabilities/Learning Disabilities/Learning Difficulties/Learning Impairments?
>
> Which of the above statements/descriptions is the preferred one by the actual people who have this impairment/medical condition?
>
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