Joan Fleitas
Children with complex and significant medical needs are challenged by more than the biological effects of the disease or disability: They also bear the burden of their condition's social effects. The stigma that results from visible difef rences is the focus of this article. The roots of stigmatization are discussed, as is the impact of physically observable differences on young people. In addition, therapeutic approaches are recommended for helping children respond more sensitively to peers with disabilities and to assist youngsters affected by medical conditions in responding effectively to teasing and bullying.
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