When is a condition 'chronic' and when is it a 'disability'? The definition can determine the support you get
- Written by: Elizabeth Kendall, Professor, Director, Griffith Inclusive Futures, Griffith University, Griffith University
Unsplash, CC BY“Chronic conditions” and “disability” are not just words. They can determine the funding and supports we can access, how we’re treated and how we feel about ourselves.
For population data purposes, disability is defined as a limitation or impairment lasting at least six months that impacts everyday...