"Hidden" Disabilities

Many impairments meeting the legal definition of a disability are not readily visible and may not even be present at all times for the individual. These “hidden disabilities” may include, but are not limited to:

  • Chronic diseases, such as:
    • Cancer
    • HIV/AIDS
    • Multiple Chemical Sensitivity/Environmental Illness (MCS/EI)
  • Psychiatric disorders, such as:
    • Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
    • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) or Stroke
A cancer survior working