Friday, October 19, 2018

Disabilities

Disabilities

There are many types of disabilities out there. Neurological, developmental, physical, and even mental health conditions. These conditions involve seizures, down syndrome, autism, depression, diabetes, and cerebral palsy are just some examples of disabilities. 
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Famous People Who Suffer from A Disability.
  • Frida Kahlo: Suffered from spinal bifida and polio. She became one of the most famous artist of all time.
  • John Nash: Suffered from schizophrenia. An American mathematician and films like " The Beautiful Mind." Earned him the Nobel Peace Prize in Economics in 1994.
  •  Stephen Hawking: Diagnosed with ALS at 21. 
  • Nick Vujicic: Founder of Life Without Limbs. He was born in 1982 with no limbs. He became famous when he stared in " The Butterfly Circus."
  • Andrea Boccelli: Musician, writer , and musical producer was born with congenital glaucoma leaving him partially blind. 
  • Michael J. Fox: Famous for the Back to The Future movies was diagnosed at 29 with Parkinson's. In the last ten years he has raised $233 million for The Parkinson's research. 
  • Alex Zendari:  Suffered from an accident in 2001 where he lost both of his legs. He has won three Paralympic golds. 
  • Aaron Fotheringham: Known as most famous skater in the world. He grew up going through many operations that he ended up not being able to walk. 

Sources:
“8 Famous People With Disabilities | Sunrise Medical.” Wheelchair Manufacturer - Sunrise Medical, www.sunrisemedical.co.uk/blog/famous-people-with-disabilities.
“Bullying and Youth with Disabilities and Special Health Needs.” StopBullying.gov, www.stopbullying.gov/at-risk/groups/special-needs/index.html.
eHowEducation. “Teaching Children How to Treat People With Disabilities : Early Education.” YouTube, YouTube, 28 Sept. 2013, www.youtube.com/watch?v=xC5uGeXj2ps.
“Helen Keller Full Movie - The Miracle Worker Subtitle Indonesia.” YouTube, YouTube, 19 Jan. 2016, www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kle85Z1dJ2g.
NCLD1401. “Learning Disabilities, What Are the Different Types?” YouTube, YouTube, 27 Apr. 2012, www.youtube.com/watch?v=yG_xSBsFMPQ&t=107s.



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