Disability Theory, Studies and Literary Analysis Guide: Publications and Documents
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.Searching the Database
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| Title and Description | Ed* | Published Date Revised Date |
|---|---|---|
| Capitalism and Disability: Economic Justice Explained Explore how capitalist economic structures shape disability, employment gaps, poverty, wage disparities, and the limits of civil rights law and reform. | ✓ ✓ | |
| Dr. Christine Powell on ADHD and Executive Functioning How educator and Fulbright Scholar Dr. Christine Powell reframes ADHD as a strength and teaches executive functioning skills to students and families. | ✓ ✓ | |
| Post-Roe Reproductive Rights and the Disability Community How overturning Roe v. Wade reshapes reproductive rights for disabled people, from abortion access and eugenics history to bodily autonomy and medical safety. | ✓ ✓ | |
| Beyond Compliance: Emauni Crawley on Disability, Advocacy, and Creating Spaces Where Everyone Thrives Disability advocate transforms Tourette Syndrome setback into powerful theology and inclusion work, challenging religious assumptions while creating authentic spaces. | ✓ ✓ | |
| Ethics and Rights in Disability Studies Explored Examination of contested issues in disability studies including medical vs. social models, prenatal screening, assisted suicide, and media representation. | ✓ ✓ | |
| The Woke Mind Virus: An Examination of a Cultural Phenomenon This paper explores the definition, origins, and prominent examples of the woke mind virus, as well as the debates and implications surrounding its use. | ✓ ✓ | |
| Petrified by Gender: An Analysis of Disability in Petrified Man Kelley A Pasmanick presents her analysis of disability in Petrified Man by Eudora Welty. | ||
| Man Disabled by Deformity and Loneliness is Transformed into Monster: The Story of Frankenstein's Creation Kelley A Pasmanick presents her literary analysis of Mary Shelley's Frankenstein. | ||
| Ritual Gone Awry: Destruction in the Rites of Passage in Possessing the Secret of Joy Kelley A Pasmanick presents her literary analysis of Possessing the Secret of Joy by Alice Walker. | ||
| Disabled by Truth: How One Becomes a Grotesque - A Literary Analysis of Winesburg, Ohio Kelley A Pasmanick presents her Literary Analysis of Winesburg, Ohio by Sherwood Anderson. | ||
| Authoritarian Britain and its Effect on Attitudes Towards Disability Explores how Britain's liberal values and policies have historically marginalized disabled individuals, emphasizing the need for systemic change. | ✓ ✓ | |
| How Our Ancestors Turned Disability Into Advantage Exploring how ancestral populations adapted to disabilities sheds light on the evolutionary roots of human resilience and social cooperation. | ✓ ✓ | |
| Disability Studies: Programs, Scholarships, and Social Perspectives Overview of disability studies, programs, and scholarships, exploring social perspectives and academic resources for advancing disability inclusion. | ✓ ✓ | |
| Book: Disability Rights and Wrongs by Tom Shakespeare Tom Shakespeare's Disability Rights and Wrongs critically assesses the British social model, advocating for a nuanced, realist approach to disability studies. | ✓ ✓ | |
| The Rejected Body: Feminist Philosophical Reflections on Disability Susan Wendell's Book The Rejected Body critiques feminist theory's neglect of disability, advocating for inclusive ethics that embrace diverse bodily experiences. | ✓ ✓ | |
| Book: Disability Key Concepts by Colin Barnes and Geoff Mercer Concise, authoritative guide to disability studies, exploring social models, exclusion, and policy for students, professionals, and advocates. | ✓ ✓ |
*Key: the first check mark indicates the publication carries an editor's note; the second indicates a footnote.
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