Glossary
Terms used in accessibility research and practice. Each entry has a definition, common aliases, and category tags.
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- Developmental screening(also: Early developmental screening, Autism screening)
- A brief, standardized assessment process used to identify infants and young children who may be at risk for developmental delays or disabilities, including autism spectrum disorder. Common screening instruments include the Checklist of Autism in Toddlers (CHAT), the Screening…
- Diagnostic Bias(also: Assessment Bias)
- Systematic errors in the diagnostic process that lead to certain groups being more or less likely to receive a particular diagnosis based on characteristics unrelated to the condition itself, such as gender, race, age, or socioeconomic status. In ADHD, diagnostic bias has…
- Diaphragmatic Breathing(also: Belly Breathing, Abdominal Breathing)
- A breathing technique that emphasises movement of the abdominal wall and diaphragm during inspiration rather than the accessory muscles of the neck and shoulders. By engaging the diaphragm more fully, diaphragmatic breathing increases tidal volume, decreases respiratory…
- Disclaimer(also: Content Disclaimer, Health Disclaimer)
- A statement accompanying content that clarifies its limitations, purpose, or the credentials of its creator. In health and disability content on social media, disclaimers typically indicate that content is not medical advice, reflects personal experience only, or should not…
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