- Here is a cool article I found by Forbes on "Do's and Dont's of Disability Language."
Evolving language around disabilities
Ali Ingersoll
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It's important to educate people on outdated terms like "special needs" and avoiding the Euphemisms.
- What are some of your feelings on disability language where you live?
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