Studies and Theory: Publications and Resources
Summary: The "Disability Theory, Studies, and Literary Analysis" publications feature a diverse range of scholarly works exploring the cultural, social, and historical dimensions of disability. Topics include the portrayal of disability in literature, the evolution of disability rights, and critical disability studies, with a focus on addressing ableism and analyzing representations of disabled characters in both classic and contemporary works. These peer-reviewed articles and papers provide valuable insights for researchers, students, and anyone interested in deepening their understanding of disability issues, challenging societal norms, and fostering more inclusive perspectives. The collection also examines disability in popular culture, accessibility, and inclusive education, offering resources that encourage critical reflection on the lived experiences of disabled individuals and contribute to meaningful discussions in disability advocacy and support.
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| Title of Document | Paper Author | Peer Review | Preface / Postface | Publication Type | Publish Date | Updated / Revised |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capitalism and Disability: Economic Justice | Ian C. Langtree | ✓ Preface ✓ Postface | Research Paper | 2025/11/17 | 2026/01/06 | |
| Dr. Christine Powell: Rethinking ADHD, Structure, and the Art of Executive Functioning | George Cassidy Payne | ✓ Preface ✓ Postface | Submitted Article | 2025/11/15 | ||
| The Post-Roe World and the Disability Community: A Forgotten Frontier of Reproductive Rights | McKennis Orren | ✓ Preface ✓ Postface | Opinion Piece, Editorial | 2025/10/17 | ||
| Beyond Compliance: Emauni Crawley on Disability, Advocacy, and Creating Spaces Where Everyone Thrives | George Cassidy Payne | ✓ Preface ✓ Postface | Literature / Review | 2025/08/30 | 2025/10/10 | |
| Ethics and Rights in Disability Studies Explored | Ian C. Langtree | ✓ Preface ✓ Postface | Paper, Essay | 2025/06/13 | 2025/12/13 | |
| The Woke Mind Virus: An Examination of a Cultural Phenomenon | Ian C. Langtree | ✓ Preface ✓ Postface | Paper, Essay | 2025/05/25 | 2025/06/11 | |
| Petrified by Gender: An Analysis of Disability in Petrified Man | Kelley A Pasmanick | Literature / Review | 2022/04/07 | 2024/02/15 | ||
| Man Disabled by Deformity and Loneliness is Transformed into Monster: The Story of Frankenstein's Creation | Kelley A Pasmanick | Literature / Review | 2021/08/30 | 2024/02/15 | ||
| Ritual Gone Awry: Destruction in the Rites of Passage in Possessing the Secret of Joy | Kelley A. Pasmanick | Literature / Review | 2021/08/19 | 2024/02/15 | ||
| Disabled by Truth: How One Becomes a Grotesque - A Literary Analysis of Winesburg, Ohio | Kelley A Pasmanick | Literature / Review | 2021/08/10 | 2024/02/15 | ||
| Authoritarian Britain and its Effect on Attitudes Towards Disability | Paul Dodenhoff | ✓ Preface ✓ Postface | Opinion Piece, Editorial | 2016/05/18 | 2025/05/29 | |
| How Our Ancestors Turned Disability Into Advantage | University of York | Yes | ✓ Preface ✓ Postface | Informative | 2015/08/05 | 2025/03/31 |
| Disability Studies: Programs, Scholarships, and Social Perspectives | Ian C. Langtree | ✓ Preface ✓ Postface | Informative | 2010/06/23 | 2025/05/29 | |
| Book: Disability Rights and Wrongs by Tom Shakespeare | Ian C. Langtree | ✓ Preface ✓ Postface | Literature / Review | 2009/07/03 | 2025/05/29 | |
| The Rejected Body: Feminist Philosophical Reflections on Disability | Ian C. Langtree | ✓ Preface ✓ Postface | Literature / Review | 2009/07/03 | 2025/05/29 | |
| Book: Disability Key Concepts by Colin Barnes and Geoff Mercer | Ian C. Langtree | ✓ Preface ✓ Postface | Literature / Review | 2009/05/29 | 2025/05/29 |
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