History of Emotional Disturbance Civil Rights

This paper will explore the history of emotional disturbance civil rights from the 1960s to the 2000s. It will also discuss how the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) has helped improve the lives of those with emotional disturbance and the challenges that still exist.

The history of Emotional Disturbance of Civil Rights can be traced back to the 1960s. At this time, there was a growing movement for the rights of people with disabilities. This was in part due to the work of organizations like the National Association for Mental Health and the President's Committee on Mental Retardation. These groups advocated for changes in how people with mental illness were treated and supported.

One of the key pieces of legislation that was passed during this time was the Civil Rights Act of 1964. This act made it illegal to discriminate against someone based on their race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. This act paved the way for other civil rights legislation that would follow, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

The ADA was passed in 1990 and it extended the protections of the Civil Rights Act to people with disabilities. This act made it illegal to discriminate against someone in employment, education, transportation, and public accommodations because of their disability. The ADA has helped improve the lives of people with emotional disturbance by ensuring that they have equal access to opportunities and services.

However, challenges still exist for people with emotional disturbance. Mental health disorders are still not fully understood and there is a lot of stigma surrounding them. This can make it difficult for people to seek help when they need it. Additionally, many people with mental illness do not have access to quality mental health care. This can lead to serious consequences like homelessness, joblessness, and even suicide.

Despite these challenges, the progress that has been made for people with emotional disturbance is significant. Thanks to the ADA, people with mental illness now have legal protections and are beginning to be seen as equals in society. With continued advocacy and education, it is hopeful that the challenges faced by this population will begin to dissipate.