Conditions Information

16 -30 of 95 results

Physical disabilities

A physical disability involves long-term or permanent loss of part of your body’s physical function. Read more

What is an intellectual disability?

There is a wide range of intellectual disabilities that people may be diagnosed with and the way this affects a... Read more

Sensory disabilities

Every day we use our senses to understand the world around us, but for someone with a sensory disability, this is more... Read more

Mental health and the NDIS

According to the World Health Organisation, mental health is a state of wellbeing in which every individual realises... Read more

​Disability at different ages

The challenges and demands of disability can change as you go through life’s different stages. Read more

What are the different types of disabilities?

There are many different types of disabilities and each category of disability can affect people in different ways.... Read more

What is Down syndrome?

Down syndrome is a genetic condition affecting more than 13,000 Australians. It is the most common chromosome disorder... Read more

Understanding the different levels of autism

Someone with autism may experience social communication issues and repetitive patterns of behaviour, generally these can... Read more

Acquired brain injury: What are the different types and how are they caused?

An acquired brain injury can be caused in a number of ways and can lead to long term after effects. Read more

Robert’s passion for wheelie good cruises

Living with a disability hasn’t stopped one South Australian man from discovering the world, and even turning his... Read more

Staying fit and active with disability

Staying active is important for everyone, including those who live with disability. Read more

Applied Behavioural Analysis (ABA) Therapy

Applied Behavioural Analysis (ABA) Therapy is one of the most commonly used early interventions for children with Autism... Read more

Importance of sleep for people with disability

Sleep is an important part of living well and has direct impacts on your mental and physical wellbeing. However, this... Read more

What is a quiet room and how can it help people with sensory difficulties?

Sometimes events, travel and sports games can become very overwhelming for a person with sensory disability. Read more

Jack’s story – “The label doesn’t describe how amazing he is”

Dearne’s son, Jack, entered her life when she was 31 years old. As someone who was focused on her career, his birth... Read more