1. Disability

A disability is a physical, mental, sensory, or developmental condition that makes it harder for a person to do certain activities or interact with the world around them. Disabilities can be visible or invisible, and may be temporary, long-term, or permanent.

  • People with disabilities may use wheelchairs, crutches, canes, hearing aids, or service animals.
  • Accessible design is important, such as:
    • Curb ramps and wide sidewalks.
    • Audible signals at crosswalks.
    • Reserved disabled parking spaces.
    • Priority seating on public transport.
  • Types of Disabilities:
    • Intellectual/Cognitive - Affects learning, thinking, or decision-making (e.g., Down syndrome).
    • Physical - Affects movement or mobility (e.g., paralysis, amputation).
    • Sensory - Affects senses like sight or hearing (e.g., blindness, deafness).
    • Mental Health - Affects emotional well-being (e.g., anxiety, depression).
    • Developmental - Appears during early growth (e.g., autism, ADHD).
Disability