Certified Rehabilitation Counselor Practice

What term is used to describe actions taken based on prejudice against individuals with disabilities?

1. Bias

2. Discrimination

3. Segregation

4. Stigmatization

The correct answer is: Discrimination

The term that specifically describes actions taken based on prejudice against individuals with disabilities is "discrimination." Discrimination involves treating individuals unfairly or unequally because of their disabilities, which can manifest in various aspects of life such as employment, education, and public accommodations. This form of treatment is rooted in negative stereotypes and societal biases that lead to the marginalization of people with disabilities. While bias, segregation, and stigmatization can all be related concepts, they do not inherently imply the direct actions taken against individuals. Bias refers to a tendency or inclination to favor one side over another, which can lead to discriminatory actions but does not equate to the actions themselves. Segregation involves separating individuals based on certain characteristics, often as a result of discriminatory policies, but does not encompass the broader range of prejudicial actions. Stigmatization relates more to labeling and the social perception of individuals with disabilities, which can contribute to discrimination but doesn't capture the actions taken against them.