The Curious Incident of The Dog
in The Night-Time (PART 3)
Special Needs & Disabled People
Education for Special Needs/Disabled Students
Awareness on Special Needs/Disabled People
Examples of Special Needs
Autism, Down syndrome, Dyslexia, ADHD
Definition of Special Needs
Particular educational requirements arising from physical or intellectual disability or behavioral difficulties.
Experiences
I have a brother who has ADHD so I really understand how living with a special needs person is like
He has the privilege of having extra 30 minutes time for important exams such as PT3 and SPM
He gets distracted very easily
Less mature for his age
Has a rigid mindset
Creates his own mathematical formulas when solving mathematical questions
Very good at drawing and spends most of his time drawing anime
An unbothered and expressionless person when scolded or given advice
He has the Malaysian Disability Card and enjoys benefits such as discounted prices
Requires high expenses for doctors' appointments and medications
Honestly it feels hard to handle him but I still love him nevertheless
Stigma towards Special Needs People
Causes of Special Needs
Definition of Disabled
Having a physical or mental condition that limits their movements, senses, or activities.
Examples of Disabilities
Deaf, Blind, Handicapped, Mobility impairments
Malaysia
UK
Learn in special classes in a mainstream school
Has their own Autism schools
Special Education Categories: Learning Disabilities, Hearing Impaired, & Visually Impaired
Challenges: Lack of support, Insufficient teaching resources, Lack of staff
Also has Islamic Special Education Schools
Curriculum: One-on-one learning, counselling, classroom support
All education institutions (schools, universities, etc.) are inclusive places that are equally welcoming to disabled and non-disabled students
Most institutions have wheelchair-friendly routes around their buildings
You may qualify for extra time during examinations and support for classes.
Many lecture theatres and classrooms will have audio induction loop systems, so it’s worth asking if these facilities are available.
Your university or college may also be able to arrange regular meetings with a disability adviser, or even a local doctor if needed.
There are a number of UK scholarships and financial support schemes for international students with disabilities and special educational needs.
Disabled Students' Allowance ( DSA ) is support to cover the study-related costs you have because of a mental health problem, long term illness or any other disability.
Allow for children to ask questions because this will help to spread awareness of disability and help them to understand.
When you describe a person who is disabled, it is important to put the person first. Instead of saying “the blind kid,” say “the kid who is blind.” That shows that the person is more than their disabilities
Accessibility for Disabled People
Wheelchairs
Elevators
Wheelchair ramps
Low staircases
Signs/Directions in Braille
Accessible toilets
Parking spaces wide enough for wheelchair users to get in and out
Volunteer as a speaker at special events.
Support Charities & Donate
Sign Petitions
may be left out of social activities, or they may find that friends become more distant after they develop a disability.
People with disabilities may be presumed to be helpless, unable to care for themselves, or unable to make their own decisions
People with disabilities may be denied jobs, housing, or other opportunities due to false assumptions or stereotypes about disabilities.
People with disabilities may be coddled or over-protected due to perceptions of their helplessness.
People may be blamed for their disability, or accused of using their disability to gain unfair benefits.
genetic and chromosomal conditions
certain infections during pregnancy
Exposure to medications, chemicals, or other agents during pregnancy
problems during the birth that stop enough oxygen getting to the brain
alcohol or cocaine use during pregnancy