Neurodevelopmental Disorders
This disorder is characterized by symptoms of inattention, hyperactivity, impulsivity, and emotional dysregulation due to challenges with executive functioning.
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
This mood disorder is characterized by low mood, fatigue, negative thinking patterns, challenges with sleeping & eating, and lack of motivation.
Depression
A person with this condition has little or no usable vision
Blindness
System of communication that uses visual gestures and signs, typically used by deaf people.
Sign Language
This young actress became famous for playing a lead role in a popular sci-fi show on Netflix. She was born with partial deafness in one ear, which later progressed into complete hearing loss in that ear.
Millie Bobby Brown
An individual with this diagnosis may exhibit difficulties with social communication/ interactions, repetitive behaviors, and specific sensory needs.
Autism Spectrum Disorder
This category of mood disorders involves excessive worry which is difficult to control and impacts functioning (may be specific or generalized)
Anxiety Disorders
Removal of limb or other body part due to traumatic injury, medical illness, or surgery.
Amputation
Tools that allow individuals with limited/ lack of speech to communicate. Ranges from simple picture board to speech-generating tablets
Augmentative and Alternative Communication Devices (AAC Devices)
Born Stefani Germanotta, this singer is known for her impressive vocals, unusual fashion, and fun dance music. She is diagnosed with Fibromyalgia, which is a chronic pain condition.
Lady Gaga
This group of disorders are characterized by persistent difficulties in reading, writing, and/or math which interferes with academic performance.
Specific Learning Disabilities
Mental health condition that develops after a harmful, scary, and/or life-threatening event and involves on-going distress related to the event
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Chronic brain disorder that results in recurrent, unprovoked seizures
Epilepsy
Small electronic device that provides a sense of sound to people with severe hearing loss by directly stimulating the auditory nerve.
Cochlear Implant
This actor, who has performed on both screen and stage, began his career by playing the lead role in a series of fantasy movies at age 11. He has been open about his challenges with Dyspraxia, which is a chronic condition that impacts motor skills and coordination.
Daniel Radcliffe
This category includes disorders that impact a person's ability to understand and/ or use language effectively
Communication Disorders
This disorder is characterized by two main features:
Recurring intrusive and unwanted thoughts that cause the individual distress
Actions or mental rituals performed to reduce the anxiety caused by these thoughts
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
This category includes long-term or persistent health conditions or diseases that require on-going medical treatment
Chronic Illness/ Disease
Ex. Asthma, Eczema, Diabetes, Autoimmune diseases
Devices designed to assist people with impaired movement which allow them to walk, maintain balance, or move with more safety and independence
Mobility Aids
Ex. Wheelchairs, prosthetics, guide dogs, ramps, etc.
This popular singer and actress has starred in numerous movies and TV shows & recently went on tour after her new album released in summer 2026. She has shared her struggles with PTSD and anxiety following a traumatic event.
Ariana Grande
Condition that limits a person's cognitive functioning, academics, and ability to perform life skills.
Intellectual Disability
An individual with this diagnosis experiences extreme mood swings between depression and mania over long periods of time
Bipolar Disorder (I/II)
A group of conditions that effect movement, balance and posture caused by damage to the part of the brain that controls movement
Cerebral Palsy
Category of accommodations that involve changing a setting to reduce barriers and support full participation for people with disabilities
Environmental Accommodations
Ex. Flexible Scheduling, reducing use of chemicals and scents, automatic doors, access to different forms of communication, etc.
This young Swedish activist became famous for her work in addressing climate change at age 15. She has openly discussed her diagnoses of ASD, OCD, and Selective Mutism.
Greta Thunberg