
Ableism means “discrimination in favor of able-bodied people.” Since at least one out of five people will become disabled in their lives — and ableism is still largely unaddressed and unknown — if you are the loved one of someone with a disability, you will want to be aware of how to proceed with compassion. Here is a list of 25 examples of ableism so you can be a good friend/medical practitioner/family member and avoid the harm ableism causes.