disabilities

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In 2015, Finland nominated Pertti Kurikan Nimipaivat, a punk band of musicians with disabilities.

From Barron's • May 16, 2026

"I see an independent woman who is very capable despite having profound disabilities," says Sarah, beaming with pride.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

Along with changing teaching methods, states — including California — have also required schools to screen for learning disabilities such as dyslexia and hire coaches to help teachers improve their reading instruction.

From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026

Breaking down jobs within healthcare and social assistance, some of California’s biggest growth came from mental health practitioners and occupations that work with elderly people and people with disabilities.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 11, 2026

Others had had laryngectomies, or else defective hearing, or learning disabilities, or for an unknown reason had begun speaking much later than was normal.

From "Native Speaker" by Chang-rae Lee