This conversation has been edited for conciseness and clarity. Ableism Sancia Kundu (SK): In your experience, Carly, how do ...

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Ableism is a term that refers to the practices or ideas that discriminate against those who have disabilities. It suggests that society puts higher value on people with typical abilities. Ableism ...