Self-education
There are lots of types of disabilities. Listed below are some of the most common ones along with some details. If you want to learn more about them or other sorts of disabilities, you can submit a question online and we will add the answer to this page! The answer won’t show up straight away, but if you come back in a few days, you’ll see an answer on there. You can ask questions here.
Glossary
Disability
When someone has a disability, it means they might have a hard time doing some things because their body or mind works differently than most people’s.
Accessibility
Making places and things easy for everyone to use, even if they have a disability.
Inclusion
Including and welcoming people with disabilities in all activities and treating them kindly, just like everyone else.
Special Needs
When someone has extra requirements or support because of their disability, like special teachers or equipment to help them.
Self Learning
Intellectual Disability
Some people have an intellectual disability, which means their brain works differently, and they might have a harder time learning and understanding things. They’re just as smart and capable, but they need extra help and patience.
Autism
Autism is a condition where a person’s brain works uniquely. They might have trouble with social skills, communication, and might have special interests. People with autism are special and have their own unique talents and abilities.
Speech Disorder
Some kids have a speech disorder, which means they have a hard time talking and making certain sounds. They might work with a speech therapist to get better at talking.
ADHD
ADHD stands for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. It means that some kids have a lot of energy and have trouble paying attention for a long time. They might need some help and strategies to stay focused.
Physical Disability
Some people have a physical disability, which means a part of their body doesn’t work as well as it should. For example, they might have trouble walking, using their arms, or moving around. They might use things like wheelchairs or crutches to help them.
Visual Impairment
When someone has a visual impairment, it means they can’t see like most people. Some people are completely blind and can’t see anything at all, while others might see things blurry or only in certain colors. They might read with their fingers using something called Braille.
Hearing Loss
People with hearing loss can’t hear well or sometimes not at all. They might use sign language to communicate with their hands and fingers, or they might have special hearing aids to help them hear better.
Cerebral Palsy
This is a condition that can make it hard for a person to move their muscles and control their body. They might have stiff or shaky muscles and might use special equipment or therapy to help them move better.
Epilepsy
Epilepsy is when someone has seizures, which are like unexpected and unusual electrical bursts in the brain. These seizures can make them lose control of their body for a short time.
Allergies
Some kids have allergies, which means their body reacts strongly to certain things, like peanuts or pollen. They have to be careful about what they eat or touch to stay safe.
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