July 13, 2001, Newsletter Issue #20: Terms to Avoid

Tip of the Week

When talking about or to someone with a disability, try to avoid these words and phrases:
cripple Use - canīt walk or disabled.
confined to a wheelchair Use - uses a wheelchair
handicap Use - physically disabled

Speak positively abou the disability.

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