Developmental Disabilities Discussion
March 21 is Down Syndrome Day and all of March is Developmental Disabilities Month!
Developmental Disabilities (DD) are a diverse group of conditions that can affect physical, intellectual and emotional development. Many of these conditions are present at birth, although some can begin during childhood. They can have a fairly significant impact on day to day activities, but those with DD can be active participants in their communities.
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Question 1. What are some examples of developmental disabilities?
Question 2. Developmental disabilities can affect people very differently. How does living with a developmental disability affect your life?
For those who do not have a DD, if you know someone who does, how do you think it affects their life?
@AffyAvo
I don't have a developmental disability, but I imagine that it can make daily activities more tasking.
Question 3.
Has anyone been disrespectful towards you because of your disability?
Or have you seen this occur towards others?
@AffyAvo
"Question 3.
Has anyone been disrespectful towards you because of your disability?
Or have you seen this occur towards others?"
(Autism) Many a time. Too often, that it's really disheartening and quite offensive. It isn't my fault that I have it! And it's generational too (my mom's side is quite strong) so I really can't do anything about it besides learn how to make sure my quirks don't do actual harm to something or someone (in whatever way that might possibly be).
A very close family member of mine gaslights me often into thinking that I am just simply a crazy person, and that I'm just attention-seeking. First of all, having these quirks makes me wanna hide myself already on its own - saying that I'm attention-seeking is just making matters worse... I would dig a hole into the ground to infinity!
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