Famous People w/Disabilities
Known as "the Great Communicator" this 40th president struggled with hearing impairment.
Who is Ronald Reagan?
Defined as a person's eyesight that cannot be corrected to a “normal” level
What is visual impairment?
Known for his creation of Mickey Mouse, this innovative animator struggled with dyslexia.
Who is Walt Disney?
Defined as not able to hear as well as someone with normal hearing, meaning hearing thresholds of 20 dB or better in both ears
Known for being a genius, this mathematician and physicist struggled with dyslexia.
Defined as a condition in which a part of a person's mind is damaged or is not working properly.
What is mental impairment?
Known as famous American Author, this political activist/lecturer struggled with being blind and deaf.
Who is Helen Keller?
Defined as disorders that affect the ability to understand or use spoken or written language, do mathematical calculations, coordinate movements, or direct attention.
What is learning disability?
Known as a world famous author, this poet/singer/dancer struggled with anxiety.
Who is Maya Angelou?
Defined as a group of nervous system (neurological) conditions that cause either increased movements or reduced or slow movements
What is movement impairment?