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Someone may look healthy but be hurting or struggling internally. A disability—invisible or visible— doesn’t automatically exclude someone from fully participating in society or from enjoying normal hobbies and extracurricular activities. It is not all in the person’s head. For people living with depression, anxiety, or chronic pain, some days will be worse than others. Someone can be perfectly healthy and happy one day and have a bad episode the next. Symptoms can come and go and are often unpredictable. These are more than popular keywords. They can be a huge benefit to your workplace if implemented properly. Here's a closer look at these three words: Awareness

Does the work environment itself nurture your employees' well-being or does it put emphasis elsewhere? This is why understanding, compassion, and awareness are so important and so impactful. Not everyone with a hidden disability is willing to discuss it. (Image source: @ElleAon via Twenty-20 - no longer available) More Information on Invisible Disability Awareness These blue badge reforms will significantly improve the lives of millions of people. The ‘unseen’, who might struggle to get from place to place without blue badge assistance. Here are some of the people most likely to benefit, those groups who live with the most common types of hidden disabilities: For those living with a hidden disability, this flexibility can make a significant impact in your employee's wellness and success. Not all disabilities can be instantly seen or are obvious to others. These are often referred to as hidden or non-visible disabilities. A non-visible disability is described as a “physical, mental or neurological condition that is not visible fromThere are many other organisations and disability charities that produce bespoke mask-exemption identification. Hospitals: The main reception desks should be able to give you a lanyard, or tell you about other areas of the hospital where you can collect one. People living with all of these conditions are likely to experience some difficulties physically, mentally, or both. Why a greater awareness of hidden disabilities in important Given this, it’s more important than ever, that Usdaw gives reps the tools they need to support members with a hidden disability and to spread the word that disabled members with invisible impairments have the same rights at work as those with a visible disability. To do this, Usdaw has launched new ‘ Not all disability is visible’ campaign materials with leaflets, a new poster and a couple of giveaways. The campaign is a very visible reminder to members who might be struggling at work because of a disability that isn’t visible to talk to Usdaw.

invisible disability’ implies that the disability is in that person’s head, and doesn’t really exist

I hope that people with and without disabilities can collaborate with each other to make more inclusive online spaces and technologies.” Policies. Are the policies in your professional environment sensitive to the needs, health, and wellness of your employees? Again, think outside of yourself and your own needs. Wouldn't you thrive in an environment where you're supported and nurtured?

In the UK, 1 in 5 people have a disability (as defined by the Equality Act 2010), 80 per cent of which can’t be seen.

Having a disability or a chronic health condition can be a life-changing event in one’s life. Going through this process can be made even more difficult by having to deal with a significant amount of stigma associated with disability. I have seen But not all disabilities are visible, nor are they all physical. So accommodations for a neurodivergent audience shouldn’t only extend to your venue, but your digital offering too. What is a neurodevelopmental condition? Many developmental and mental health issues are invisible illnesses, but there are a few other common conditions too. in the UK reported having a disability. Of this number, it was estimated that 70% of the disabilities were non-visible. 4 When you hear the word “disability,” what comes to mind first? For many, it’s the image of a wheelchair. For you, it could be someone using a cane or hearing aids. If you thought of your friend who struggles with depression or anxiety or your son who has autism, you’d also be correct because not all disabilities are visible at first glance.