People with Mental and Physical Challenges

Gallup Guides for Youth Facing Persistent Prejudice: People with Mental and Physical Challenges

Different skin colors, different languages, different religions, different abilities-these are all things that sometimes cause us to judge other people unfairly. People with mental and physical challenges often face misunderstanding and prejudice. Institutionalization, violence, and stereotypes are just some of the important issues.

Learn more about what prejudice means for people with mental and physical challenges. Gallup guides for Youth Facing Persistent Prejudice: People with Mental and Physical Challenges explores the history of discrimination toward this group and the laws that address it. Read personal stories from people with disabilities-and learn how to fight prejudice both within you and in the world around you.