ICF (International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health)

The International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) is a framework developed by the World Health Organization to understand and describe how health conditions affect a person's ability to function in daily life. It considers not just medical diagnoses, but also factors like mobility, communication, mental health, and social participation. The ICF emphasizes that health and disability result from the interaction between an individual's health condition and their environment, highlighting the importance of context and support systems in achieving well-being and inclusion.