Physical and Sensory Disabilities

Introduction to physical and sensory disabilities

The word disability covers a vast range of different things, from mild to more severe impairments.

• People with the same disability may have different capabilities just like anyone else.
• A disability may exist from birth or be acquired later in life.
• A person may have one or more disabilities.
• A disability may not always be apparent, for example epilepsy or a brain injury from an accident.
• Disability may be more or less severe in its impact on a person’s life.

What information can I find here?

These pages contain information about physical and sensory disabilities. Click using the arrows to the right and left or the headings at the top to move through this section and see what information is available.