JOURNAL ARTICLE

A Commentary on Santuzzi et al. (2024): Impact of Response Options on Formal Disclosure Rates for Disabilities in Organizations.

  • Published In: Group & Organization Management, 2025, v. 50, n. 4. P. 1119 1 of 3

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Koehler, Andree 3 of 3

Abstract

The article "Impact of Response Options on Formal Disclosure Rates for Disabilities in Organizations" examines how different terminology and response choices affect employees' self-disclosure of disabilities in workplace settings. It highlights the lack of a standardized metric for disability identification and notes that individuals' decisions to disclose are influenced by personal definitions and experiences related to their disabilities. The study found that offering terms like "impairment" or "condition" increased disclosure rates compared to "disability," reflecting varied perceptions of identity and stigma. The article also emphasizes the need for further research on neuroatypical and neurodivergent employees, advocating for strengths-based approaches and inclusive organizational practices that support diverse abilities beyond traditional deficit models.

Additional Information

  • Source:Group & Organization Management. 2025/08, Vol. 50, Issue 4, p1119
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Social Sciences and Humanities
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:1059-6011
  • DOI:10.1177/10596011241291079
  • Accession Number:186103510
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