The Supercrip Narrative and the American Dream: A Reevaluation of the Supercrip Stereotype
In this paper, set within the framework of disability studies, I will conduct a critical examination of why supercrip narratives are uncritically accepted in American culture and what negative impact these narratives have on disabled individuals and society by perpetuating the “achievement syndrome....
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| Published in | 미국학 Vol. 47; no. 1; pp. 61 - 93 |
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| Format | Journal Article |
| Language | Korean |
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서울대학교 미국학연구소
30.06.2024
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| Summary: | In this paper, set within the framework of disability studies, I will conduct a critical examination of why supercrip narratives are uncritically accepted in American culture and what negative impact these narratives have on disabled individuals and society by perpetuating the “achievement syndrome.” In particular, I aim to investigate the dynamic interaction between the ethos of the American Dream and supercrip ideology. Through this examination, I seek to uncover the complex ways in which these narratives influence perceptions of disability and success in American society. Firstly, I will begin by defining the term supercrip and outlining the characteristics of supercrip narratives. I will then address the ostensibly positive aspects of supercrip narratives, paving the way for a more in-depth analysis of the detrimental effects that such narratives can have both on individuals with disabilities and on society as a whole. Lastly, I will propose a novel perspective on disability that challenges the conventional assumptions. |
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| Bibliography: | American Studies Institute Seoul National University |
| ISSN: | 1229-4381 |