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Human experience in disablement
 — the imperative of the ICIDH [International Classification of Impairments, Disabilities and Handicaps]
Author(s)D J Peters
Journal titleDisability and Rehabilitation, vol 17, nos 3/4, 1995
Pagespp 135-144
KeywordsClassification [library science] ; Physical disabilities ; Adjustment.
AnnotationThe World Health Organization (WHO) introduced the International Classification of Impairments, Disabilities and Handicaps (ICIDH) in 1980. The Classification was ground-breaking for it recognition of the insider's perspective, and represented a significant departure from traditional ways of thinking in medical science. This article traces the Classification's history, by reference to the earlier International Classification of Diseases (ICD). It uses phenomenological theory to show how the insider's perspective might be more fully integrated into clinical research and theory development. Modifications to the ICIDH are suggested accordingly. (OFFPRINT.) (RH).
Accession NumberCPA-020522202 A
ClassmarkUX: BN: DR *

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