Impairment refers to a problem with a structure or organ of the body; disability is a functional limitation with regard to a particular activity; and handicap refers to a disadvantage in filling a role in life relative to a peer group.
Answer: it as traditionally used, impairment refers to a problem with a structure or organ of the body; disability is a functional limitation with regard to a particular activity; and handicap refers to a disadvantage in filling a role in life relative to a peer group.
Histrionic means that it is exaggerated or showy. It is a exaggerated dramatic designed to attract attention and that is what Alex is doing. He is "center of attention".