Re: defined by the World Health Organisation

Bid4Placement.com - Welcome.Hi Lisa  and all,

The new definitions are:

Body functions are the physiological functions of body systems (including
psychological functions).
Body structures are anatomical parts of the body such as organs, limbs and
their components.
Impairments are problems in body function or structure such as a significant
deviation or loss.
Activity is the execution of a task or action by an individual.
Participation is involvement in a life situation.
Activity limitations are difficulties an individual may have in executing
activities.
Participation restrictions are problems an individual may experience in
involvement in life situations.
Environmental factors make up the physical, social and attitudinal
environment in which people live and conduct their lives.

Best regards,
Emmanuelle


----- Original Message -----
From: Lisa Seeman
To: wai-xtech@w3.org
Sent: Friday, November 23, 2001 7:40 PM
Subject: defined by the World Health Organisation


As defined by the World Health Organization (WHO) :


impairment refers to an abnormality of body structure, appearance, organ and
system functioning.

disability is the consequence of an impairment in functional performance and
activity

handicap is the consequence which is reflected in interaction with, and
adaptation to, the surroundings

Received on Friday, 23 November 2001 04:16:27 UTC