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'''Mental health struggles''' | '''Mental health struggles''' | ||
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*For example, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, depression, anxiety disorders etc. | *For example, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, depression, anxiety disorders etc.<br> | ||
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*For example AIDS, HIV, MS, diabetes, IBD etc. | *For example AIDS, HIV, MS, diabetes, IBD etc. | ||
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*Being neurodivergent (i.e. ADHD, autism) often requires the use of additional time and energy that neurotypical persons would not require for the same actions. | |||
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Latest revision as of 16:15, 26 February 2024
Invisible disabilities are disabilities and chronic illnesses that are not immediately visible when you see or meet a person. - Invisible Disability Project, adapted by Michelle Xie [1]
Examples of invisible disabilities
Mental health struggles |
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Chronic pain |
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Autoimmune diseases |
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Neurodivergence |
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