Name that disability
When someone cannot see well and their vision cannot be corrected, what is that disability called?
Blindness, legal blindness, visually impaired.
This woman was an author and a motivational speaker. She became deaf and blind as a baby after she for very sick. Who is it?
Helen Keller
Why do many autistic people flap their hands or rock their body?
It is called "stimming" It helps them feel calm and safe.
True or false: ADHD is contagious
False--ADHD is a special wiring of the brain. It is not contagious or a disease.
Name a strength associated with autism.
Honesty, attention to detail, visual thinkers, creative and artistic
When someone cannot hear well, what is their disability called?
Deaf or hard of hearing
She was a famous Mexican painter. She had spina bifida and problems with her right leg. She made many self-portraits. Who was she?
Frida Kahlo
Why do many autistic people and those with ADHD use fidgets?
True or false: Someone with Down Syndrome can be a good friend.
True! Many people with Down Syndrome are wonderful friends.
Name a strength associated with intellectual disability
Openminded, patient, fairness
When someone thinks at a slower speed than others, what is their disability called?
Intellectual disability.
She is a YouTuber who is blind. She makes videos about her life as a blind person and how she does things. Her message is that blindness is not sad. Who is she?
Molly Burke
Why do some people use AAC devices?
AAC devices help people communicate when they can't speak or feel too overwhelmed to speak.
True or false: It is good to be proud of your disability
True! Your disability is part of who you are!
Name a strength associated with ADHD
Spontaneity, enthusiasm, high energy, creative, problem solving
When someone has a brain injury that makes their movements slower or more uncoordinated, what is that disability called?
Cerebral Palsy or Traumatic Brain Injury.
He is a theoretical physicist with ALS. He is an author and has given much to the scientific community. Who is he?
Stephen Hawking
Why do some people use noise cancelling headphones?
They help people block out extra sounds, make things not as loud, or to feel calmer. They are most helpful for people with autism or ADHD, but can be helpful for anyone.
True or False: Everyone in a wheelchair is paralyzed.
False! Some people can move their bodies, but get tired easily. There are many reasons why someone might use a wheelchair.
Name a strength of Deafness
Visual spatial skills, resilience, and determination
When someone feels sad or low energy for no reason, what is their disability called?
Depression
He was an actor best known for his role as Marty McFly in Back to the Future. He has Parkinson's disease. Who is he?
Michael J. Fox
Why do people with depression feel so sad?
The chemicals in their brain are different and they have more of the hormones that cause stress. Because of this, many people with depression take medication to balance their brain chemistry and help them feel better.
True or false: People with disabilities can work.
True! Many people with disabilities work.
Name a strength of blindness
adaptive, openminded, resourceful, and trusting