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Understanding Disability

Many people are surprised to learn that disabilities and medical conditions can be visible, invisible, temporary, chronic, physical, neurological, mental health-related, or learning-related.

A disability is defined under the A.D.A. as physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities, even if controlled by medication.

Not all disabilities are visible, and many people may qualify as having a disability without realizing it. Self-identification is voluntary, confidential, and does not require medical documentation.

Disabilities and medical conditions can include, but are not limited to:

• Neurodivergence & Learning Differences:
  • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, Dyslexia, Sensory Processing Disorders
• Mental Health Conditions:
  • Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, OCD
• Chronic Health Conditions:
  • Fibromyalgia, Long COVID, POTS, Arthritis, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
• Neurological Conditions:
  • Migraine Disorders, Epilepsy, Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
• Gastrointestinal & Digestive Disorders:
  • IBS, Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Celiac Disease
• Pulmonary & Respiratory Conditions:
  • Asthma, COPD, Sleep Apnea, Cystic Fibrosis
• Autoimmune & Immune Disorders:
  • Lupus, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Psoriasis, Immune Deficiency Disorders
• Sensory Disabilities:
  • Blindness or Low Vision, Deafness or Hard of Hearing, Tinnitus
• Mobility & Physical Disabilities:
  • Cerebral Palsy, Muscular Dystrophy, Spinal Cord Injuries
• Medical Conditions & Other Disabilities:
  • Diabetes, Cancer, HIV/AIDS, Heart Conditions, Hypertension