Disability & Society
This framework says that disabilities are caused by health conditions or diseases
What is the biomedical model?
It is the words that "A-D-H-D" stand for.
What is attention deficit hyperactivity disorder?
Dyslexia is simply reading and writing letters and words backward
What is a myth about dyslexia? (In fact, "Research has shown that dyslexia is a specific neurological learning disability that is characterized by difficulties with accurate and/or fluent word recognition, and by poor spelling and decoding abilities. Other secondary problems in reading and vocabulary comprehension may also arise."--U. of Michigan)
It is the words that "A-S-D" stand for
What is the acronym for Autism Spectrum Disorder?
This dyslexic actor has played the role of Peter Parker/Spiderman in film since 2015
Who is Tom Holland?
This framework says that the exclusion of disabled people is caused by other people and the environment
What is the social model of disability
13% of children aged 13-17, according to the CDC.
What percentage of children ages 13-17 are diagnosed with ADHD?
Approximately 20% of people, according to the NIH
What percent of people have dyslexia?
1 out of 44 eight-year-olds (according to the CDC)
How many 8-year-olds have (been diagnosed with) autism (in the U.S.)?
The Olympic gold medalist Simone Biles was diagnosed with this disorder
ADHD
This framework says that disabling conditions are a normal part of life, and we should all work to provide good support and accommodations as needed
What is neurodiversity (or the neurodivergent model)?
Only a physician (including psychiatrist) or a psychologist can do this
What is "Diagnose someone with ADHD"?
As early as age 5
What is the earliest/youngest that dyslexia can be diagnosed?
It is the type of therapy that helps autistic (and other) people with sensory needs, behaviors, and basic life skills.
What is occupational therapy?
This billionaire was diagnosed with autism, and he is the co-founder of Microsoft
Who is Bill Gates?
This word means "making sure everybody has the same opportunities to participate to the best of their abilities and desires."
What is inclusion?
About 10 million, according to CHADD
How many adults (in the U.S.) are diagnosed with ADHD?
Differences in areas of the brain involving key reading skills, often hereditary
What causes dyslexia?
People with autism can not go to college.
What is a myth about autism?
This popular singer, who is diagnosed with Tourette syndrome, first became known for her debut single "Ocean Eyes"
Who is Billie Eilish?
A modification or adjustment to a task, the work environment, or some other factor to allow those with disabling conditions to participate and have access.
What is an accommodation?
Behavior therapy and medication (according to the CDC)
What are the most effective treatments for ADHD?
Twice-exceptional (with dyslexia)
What is it called if someone is gifted and dyslexic?
An accommodations plan (not an IEP; not a 504 plan)
What is the plan that describes the extra supports (or accommodations) for adults with autism or other disabilities? (such as at college)
This young Swedish environmental activist was diagnosed with both ADHD and autism
Who is Greta Thunberg?