An individual diagnosed with which condition is covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act?

The correct answer is based on the definition of disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The ADA protects individuals with physical or mental impairments that substantially limit one or more major life activities.

AIDS qualifies as a protected disability under the ADA because it is a condition that can significantly impact an individual's immune system and overall health, leading to limitations in major life activities. This means that individuals diagnosed with AIDS are entitled to protections against discrimination in various areas, such as employment and public accommodations.

While depression, diabetes, and arthritis can also be serious conditions that may impair daily functioning, the specific legal interpretation of these conditions and their coverage under the ADA may depend on individual circumstances and the extent to which they limit major life activities. Each case may require a detailed analysis to determine if the condition substantially limits daily functions. Thus, AIDS is clearly defined in legal contexts as a condition that meets the criteria for ADA coverage without needing the same level of individualized assessment that the other conditions might necessitate.