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Finlay, Michael, Lyons, Evanthia |
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Disability & Society; Feb98, Vol. 13 Issue 1, p37-51, 15p |
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This paper describes a study investigating the significance of the label `learning difficulties' to self-descriptions and self-evaluations in a group of people with learning difficulties. Although two-thirds of the sample admitted the label when asked directly, the label was not used spontaneously in self-descriptions. Furthermore, evaluations of the label were not linked to global self-esteem. However, those who denied the label as applicable to themselves felt significantly more competent. Since participants' definitions of the label mostly referred to lack of competence, a clear, but limited link was illustrated between self-concept and social identity. The lack of salience of the `learning disabled' identity to the participants was discussed with respect to implications for self-advocacy groups and collective action. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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