Disability

Question 1

Definition of disability?

Answer 1

impairment that has a substantial long-term adverse effect on a persons ability to carry out day to day activities

Question 2

What is an impairment?

Answer 2

something which affects the ability of the person concerned to carry out normal day to day activities, may affect mobility or memory

Question 3

How long must a problem be present to be considered a disability?

Answer 3

12 month

Question 4

Define learning disability?

Answer 4

significantly reduced ability to understand new or complex information and learn new skills
- onset must be before 18 years and effect lasting development