People First language
For Simon, he feels very strongly that his disability is secondary to him so that is why he refers to himself as a person with a disability. People First Language focuses on the person rather than their disability. By saying the term Disabled People, it defines people as disabled
Many labels, such as the term "sufferer" used for those with a disability can be perceived as negative and attract condescending attitudes. Please click on the link below for a list of acceptable and unacceptable terms.