Rethinking Disability
Tom shares his journey as a parent to a child with Down syndrome, highlighting the distinction between impairment and difference shaped by societal perceptions. He emphasizes that many barriers faced by individuals with disabilities stem from social conditions rather than inherent limitations. The conversation also explores how the understanding of disability can shift depending on context, drawing parallels to common experiences like short-sightedness and the role of technology in redefining what it means to be disabled.In this clip
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