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HomeGlossary Itemnon-disabled

non-disabled

December 14, 2015February 5, 2016 rkanigel 2668 views

Non-disabled has come into usage as a way to refer to someone who does not have a disability. Non-disabled or does not have a disability are acceptable terms when referring to people who do not identify as having a disability. In general, avoid using able-bodied.

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REFERENCE: NCDJ Style Guide
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