Hidden / Invisible Disabilities
What is a hidden disability?
Hidden disabilities are often referred to as “invisible disabilities.” Essentially, a hidden disability is a disability that cannot be seen. Here are some examples of hidden disabilities:
- Learning Disabilities
- Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
- Environmental sensitivity
- Psychiatric Disability
- Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
- Diabetes
- Lupus
- AIDS
- Cancer
- Hypertension
- Autism