I don’t think I’d be the person today if it wasn’t because of my disability. I’m very proud of my disability.
Don’t ever give up on your dreams. Just because you’re disabled doesn’t mean you can’t do it ‘cos you can, you really can. You can do greater things than able-bodied people sometimes.
Dyslexic people can do a lot of things, they just might do them in a different way.
Some of the most successful people in the world have dyslexia… Keira Knightley, Steven Spielberg and Jamie Oliver all have it.
People with dyslexia are often very creative and good at problem solving. Having dyslexia might mean you need help with reading, writing or remembering.
An NDCS film by a deaf teenager talking to her 10 year old self about what she’s learnt in life. If you’re a deaf young person living in Scotland, you can get more good advice from the NDCS Buzz website. Visit the website to check out what’s going on in your area, take part in campaigns and meet other deaf young people.
“Having autism is unique – it’s not painful, or itchy, or sore – it’s just how I see the world”. Check out this Fixers film and hear a girl called Jenny on a campaign to end the stigma about having Aspergers and to show it’s no reason to stop believing in yourself….
I’m still at home after coronavirus school closures
If you aren’t back in school after lockdown, it might feel really hard to still be at home. Read 5 tips to help with your wellbeing and learning during this time.
