ADHD Awareness
What does ADHD stand for?
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
What are the 5 most common learning disabilities?
Dyslexia, ADHD, Dyscalculia, Dysgraphia, and Dyspraxia.
What are some developmental disabilities you know of?
Intellectual disability, autism, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, etc.
What are sensory disabilities/sensitivities?
Not having full use of every sense, hypersensitivity to certain stimuli, or reacting negatively to the stimuli.
Are all elevators on campus considered accessible?
No, some are in difficult to locate locations that can be a pain to get to. This limits accessibility with the lectures mainly taking place on higher level floors.
True or False? Children outgrow ADHD
False 70 out of 100 children continue to have symptoms.
True of False? Learning disabilities are the only type of disability to affect learning
False, Visual/spatial and auditory, Physical disabilities, Oral and Written Language disorders, and emotional and anxiety disorders to name a few all affect participation, comprehension, and the overall learning experience.
Are people with developmental disabilities always intellectually disabled?
No, some developmental disabilities are exclusively physical such as blindness
What are examples of sensory disabilities/sensibilities?
blindess, deafness, sensory triggers for migraines and seizures, sensory processing disorders, etc.
How are the tunnels inaccessible?
The stairs within the tunnels make it very difficult/impossible for those with physical disabilities to make their way around.
True of False? Everyone has a little bit of ADHD
False, not everyone has a physical difference in their brain.
Do you know of any ways that students with learning accessibilities can be accommodated?
Can adults with developmental disabilities live independently?
Yes, many adults with developmental disabilities live highly independent lives.
What are inaccessible places for those with sensory disabilities/sensitivities?
areas with overlapping conversation/music,flickering lights, strong fragrances, shifting images or fast moving videos
True or False? Kids with ADHD just need to have more discipline
False, discipline is a result of ADHD not the cause.
What are some signs that someone you know may have a learning disability?
anxiety to attend school, poor performance on exams, after hours of studying still low level of comprehension of concepts, etc.
True or False? People with developmental disabilities can't be employed.
False, many individuals with developmental disabilities hold part or full time jobs and enjoy their occupation.
Where on campus can you go if you or someone you know with ADHD needs help/accommodations?
UHS, Office of Disability Resources, and The Learning Center.
Is mental illness and developmental disability the same thing?
No, mental illness is a secondary condition that can be common in those with developmental disabilities, but is not the same.