Resources
A curated collection of articles and resources to help you navigate daily life, written for individuals with differences, their families, and the people who support them.
Understanding Difference
Make sense of a diagnosis, learn how disability is talked about, and get clear explanations of specific conditions.
ALS: Understanding Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
What ALS does to the brain and body, the types, how it is diagnosed, who is at risk, symptoms, and treatments.
Read more →How To Talk About Disability And Difference
Highlights from a style guide on respectful language: people-first language, asking how people want to be described, and what to say instead of "normal."
Read more →How Universal Design Could Change Education for the Better
Universal Design for Learning treats variability as the norm. Why it matters for education, and simple steps toward making learning accessible to all.
Read more →Our Interview with Michael Shipper
Michael Shipper was diagnosed with a learning disability at four. Sports gave him confidence, and now he helps children find the joy of play and fitness.
Read more →Our Interview with Craig MacFarlane
Keynote speaker, athlete, and author Craig MacFarlane shares his keys to success and what it means to live with confidence.
Read more →A Brief Description of Parkinson’s Disease
An overview of Parkinson’s disease: motor and non-motor symptoms, risk factors, treatments, and organizations that can help.
Read more →Our Interview with Mike Simmel
Motivational speaker and epilepsy advocate Mike “Mighty Mike” Simmel talks about his career, life with epilepsy, and the Bounce Out the Stigma Project.
Read more →Celebrating Diversity: Dyslexia Awareness on Different and Able
What dyslexia is, the strengths that often come with it, and why awareness matters.
Read more →Invisible Symptoms and Their Toll
Brain fog, fatigue, emotional dysregulation, and sensory changes: the symptoms of neurological conditions that nobody can see, and why they deserve to be taken seriously.
Read more →Our Interview with Bob Woodruff
Bob Woodruff talks about his recovery from a traumatic brain injury and his mission to support people with disabilities.
Read more →Understanding Ataxia
What ataxia is, the hereditary, acquired, and sporadic types, how it is diagnosed, and how symptoms are managed.
Read more →Superhero Christopher Reeve
The story of Christopher Reeve, from Superman to spinal cord injury advocate, and what he taught us about being a hero.
Read more →Our Interview with Roy Tuscany
Roy Tuscany, founder of the High Fives Foundation, talks about his life-changing injury, vulnerability, and the power of a high five.
Read more →Basic Science of Autism
A look at the neuroscience behind autism, the brain regions involved, and the myths the research helps clear up.
Read more →Our Interview with Dean Bragonier
Dean Bragonier, founder of NoticeAbility, shares his journey with dyslexia and why he sees it as a strength.
Read more →Understanding Aphasia
What aphasia is, its causes, signs, and types, how it's diagnosed, and the treatments and supports that can help.
Read more →Alzheimer’s Disease
What Alzheimer's disease is, its signs and symptoms, risk factors, ways to lower risk, and available treatments.
Read more →World Stroke Day
The warning signs of a stroke (F.A.S.T.), what can happen afterward, available treatments, and where to find support.
Read more →Tinnitus
What tinnitus is, who is affected, possible causes, current research, and organizations that help.
Read more →Honoring Our Veterans
For Veterans Day, we spotlight past interviews with three veterans and share where veterans can find support.
Read more →January: Glaucoma Awareness Month
What glaucoma is, the main types, how it can affect work, and where to find resources.
Read more →Moebius Syndrome
What Moebius syndrome is, its symptoms and treatments, current research, and organizations that help.
Read more →Marc Summers: Living with OCD Behind the Scenes of a Television Career
Television host Marc Summers talks with our founder about living with OCD, being diagnosed live on air, and managing a demanding career.
Read more →CODA
A look at the film CODA, what it got right about Deaf representation, and where critics say it fell short.
Read more →What is Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)?
What OCD is, the most common themes, and the treatments available.
Read more →Autism Acceptance Organizations
A list of organizations that support autistic people and their families through advocacy, research, education, and community.
Read more →March 3rd: World Hearing Day
The three common types of hearing loss, tips for keeping your hearing healthy, and when to get tested.
Read more →Multiple Sclerosis
What multiple sclerosis is, what may cause it, how it is diagnosed, its symptoms and types, and organizations that can help.
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