Disability
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A disability is an aspect of a person that limits them in some way.
- Physical disabilities limit the way the body works. For example, some people need glasses because they do not see well. Other people do not walk, and use wheelchairs.
- Developmental disabilities limit some people's thinking. For example, some people do not understand how to take the bus, or are not able to learn to read. Other terms for this include retardation, mentally handicapped and special needs. Down Syndrome is an example of a developmental disability.
People with disabilities try to live just like other people do. They sometimes need special equipment (such as wheelchairs or special cups to drink from) or accessible buildings (with ramps and elevators, for example).
