Definitions - impairment v disability

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edited April 22 in Current affairs

2013 DWP Internal Review of the Work Capability Assessment p78

It is helpful to clarify two important terms used throughout the report.

Impairment is a significant, demonstrable, deviation or loss of body structure or function. The key feature is that impairment can be identified through objective evidence: ‘detectable ... by direct observation or by inference from observation’.

Disability is limitation of activities and restriction of participation in life situations, in people with physical and/or mental condition(s) or impairment(s).

An individual may use aids and adaptations to modify the impact of their disability. This then determines their capability (the ability to effectively perform the tasks of a job) in relation to work.

WHO. International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health.http://www3.who.int/icf/icftemplate/cfm. Geneva: World Health Organization, 2001.11

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  • Agnia
    Agnia Online Community Member Posts: 2,181 Connected

    Hi dear @WhatThe ,

    Thank you very much for sharing this helpful and useful information, i wish you a nice day today and evening.

    Please take care.

  • WhatThe
    WhatThe Online Community Member, Scope Member Posts: 3,875 Championing
    edited May 12

    Dear Agnia, thank you for your kind words. I did actually have a productive today indoors after reading your message. I moved into second and third gear after being stuck in first gear for some time now..

    I'm looking forward to Mental Health Awareness Week starting in about 20 minutes!

    I won't be up late but we'll chat tomorrow I'm sure.

    🤗

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