What is a good practice when unsure about disability language?

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Why: Advocates say best practice is to use both styles and alternate unless a preference is stated.

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Answer: Ask the person or community their preference. Advocates say best practice is to use both styles and alternate unless a preference is stated.

  1. Disability en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Disability
    unless a preference is stated by the community or individual in question, advocates state best practice is to use both and alternate
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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