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Substantial Limitation Endocrine

Meaning

Substantial Limitation Endocrine refers to the legal standard, established under the Americans with Disabilities Act, or ADA, that a hormonal or endocrine-related impairment must meet to qualify as a protected disability. This standard dictates that the impairment, such as a chronic thyroid disorder or severe diabetes, must significantly restrict the condition, manner, or duration under which an individual can perform a major life activity compared to the average person. The key focus is on the systemic impact of the endocrine condition on daily function, not merely the diagnosis itself.