Disabled
Disabled is a term used to describe individuals who have a physical or mental condition that limits their movements, senses, or activities. The term is often used to refer to individuals who have a condition that prevents them from doing things that people without disabilities can do.
Definition[edit | edit source]
The term "disabled" is defined as having a physical or mental condition that significantly limits one's ability to perform one or more major life activities. This can include, but is not limited to, conditions such as physical disabilities, mental disabilities, learning disabilities, and sensory disabilities.
Types of Disabilities[edit | edit source]
There are many different types of disabilities, including:
- Physical disabilities: These are disabilities that affect a person's mobility or physical capacity. This can include conditions such as paralysis, amputation, and cerebral palsy.
- Mental disabilities: These are disabilities that affect a person's cognitive functioning. This can include conditions such as autism, Down syndrome, and dementia.
- Learning disabilities: These are disabilities that affect a person's ability to learn, understand, or remember information. This can include conditions such as dyslexia, ADHD, and dyscalculia.
- Sensory disabilities: These are disabilities that affect a person's senses, such as their sight, hearing, or touch. This can include conditions such as blindness, deafness, and sensory processing disorder.
Living with a Disability[edit | edit source]
Living with a disability can present many challenges, but with the right support and resources, individuals with disabilities can lead fulfilling and independent lives. There are many organizations and services available to help individuals with disabilities, including rehabilitation services, support groups, and disability rights advocacy groups.
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