A.
Definitions
Impairment
An impairment refers to a functional
limitation of a person's ability; examples are reduced visual acuity, diminshed
hearing capacity, lack of muscular control, decreased learning ability,
or an inability to concentrate.
By contrast, the following
conditions are not considered as impairments, however, some are in dispute:
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illiteracy
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prison record
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financial problems
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homosexuality
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transvestitism
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exhibitionism
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blue eyes
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black hair
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left-handedness,
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impatience
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kleptomania
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compulsive gambling
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normal deviations in height, weight,
or strength
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pregnancy (complications may be
impairments)
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age
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illegal drug use
