“Helen Keller is NOT real” recently became an argument online on TikTok. This conspiracy theory questions her numerous achievements on account of her being deafblind.  This damaging social media trend erases not just Keller’s very real existence, struggles and achievements, but those of other deafblind people.  Helen Keller  Keller was an American author, lecturer, and...

When ADHD or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is mentioned, most people imagine someone who is excited and fidgety is unable to sit still interrupts conversations often acts impulsively cannot commit to/complete given tasks The person in this image is also generally male. In Malaysia, the documented prevalence rate of ADHD is 3.9%. Experts think it may...

If you’re a person with disabilities with a passion for technology, online work and social media, there are a number of opportunities available to you. Some of these positions may require additional training, knowledge or qualifications. All of them will require a steady Internet connection, and the ability to operate a computer. Coding and programming...

We love to celebrate special days of the year with bright colours, noisy celebrations and lots of social contact. Malaysians are no exception. But the big changes that holidays bring can be overwhelming or overstimulating for your loved ones with autism. Here is a short guide to ensure your celebrations go as smoothly as possible...

World Diabetes Day falls on the 14th of November yearly. Diabetes is a chronic and incurable disease, but it can be managed with tweaks in one’s diet and lifestyle. Here’s a breakdown on what a healthy diet should look like, and how you can make it interesting and enjoyable. Is it true that diabetes patients...

November is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month. Let’s get the ball rolling and start the conversation about this form of dementia. What is Alzheimer’s disease and what causes it? Alzheimer’s disease is a form of dementia that affects memory, thinking and behaviour. Symptoms include:  Memory loss and difficulty in remembering recently learned information  Challenges in planning or...

What causes stuttering? While your child is in the process of developing language, they may develop a stutter. This stuttering usually begins between the ages of two to six, and may last for six months at a time. If it lasts longer, further intervention may be needed. There is no one cause for stuttering. Risk...