Glossary
Terms used in accessibility research and practice. Each entry has a definition, common aliases, and category tags.
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- Self-Diagnosis(also: Self-Identification, Self-Dx)
- The process of identifying oneself as having a condition or disability based on personal research and self-assessment rather than through formal clinical evaluation. Self-diagnosis is particularly prevalent and controversial in ADHD and autism communities, where diagnostic…
- Self-Disclosure(also: Personal Disclosure, Identity Disclosure)
- The act of voluntarily revealing personal information about oneself, including disability status, health conditions, professional credentials, or lived experiences. In online disability communities, self-disclosure serves multiple functions: it builds trust and community…
- Social Acceptability(also: Social Acceptance, Technology Stigma)
- The degree to which the use of an assistive technology or interaction technique is perceived as socially appropriate by both the user and those around them. Social acceptability is a critical but often underestimated factor in assistive technology adoption. Users may reject…
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