Conversations surrounding disability language, especially with non-disabled people, usually focus on what is right and wrong in the name of politeness and sensitivity. Sure, there are definite dos and ...

Advocates recommend having these conversations early. “I grew up watching kids and adults alike recoil from my brother simply because he looked a little different, and spoke a little differently from ...

When it comes to disability, a lot of ableist language and tropes are perpetuated by the media. Here's what experts have to say about how to talk... Disability can be difficult to talk about ...

A researcher and nephrology physician encouraged health care professionals to embrace the intersectionality of identities at an event Feb. 19. Bullock said engaging positively with both others and ...

Psychology is valuable as a college major or even as a one-off elective because it teaches us about ourselves and our social world, developing psychologically literate citizens. Psychology prepares us ...

The "Let's Talk Disability, Butte" organizing committee announces the return of its highly anticipated annual event, now in its third year. Scheduled for 6:30 p.m. Thursday, April 18, and Friday, ...

When I met Ruth Rathblott in person, I was enraptured. She’s sharp, witty, funny and unapologetic. Her book, Singlehandedly: Learning to Unhide and Embrace Connection has become an international ...

(Clockwise from L-R) VisABLE People client Ellie Henry, Liz Carr, Ruth Madeley, Adam Welsh, Julie Fernandez & Sara Johnson Courtesy/BBC/Sister/AMC/Anika Molnar/Getty ...

Let’s Talk About Obesity and Why It Shouldn’t Be a Disability. One year ago, I was clinically obese. My body mass index was far above the normal range. I was tired, breathless, and emotionally drained ...