How do you feel about people with developmental disabilities?

such as cerebral palsy, autism, downs syndrome, etc

I think they are remarkable people who have to try many, many times harder than the rest of us to lead a normal life!

EVERY SINGLE PERSON HAS THE RIGHT TO HAVE a CHANCE IN THIS WORLD, THEY SHOULD NOT BE TREATED ANY DIFFERENT THEN THE NEXT PERSON.

They are people too.

What can you say about disabled people? some are the happiest people I know! others cause me to wonder how they actually perceive the world.

Who is to say someone don't look at us as mentally challenged?

Hi! I have devoted my life to the care of these people and I love them all. you have to get to know a person individually. just stating a diagnosis does not explain the person. there is something special about each person!

I really could care less. The problem i have is the ROYAL treatment they get in our school system, they have the ability to be a human being! I met a girl with cerebral palsy that is just like a teen, she likes boys, she's had a boyfriend, she even has moodswings. I don't see why anyone with a disability needs special treatment that us norms don't get.

I think that though they are different, they should be treated with the same respect as anyone else.

I know a few autistic kids, they're natually gifted with music, but they lack the ability to do everyday things, such as live by themselves in the later years, and social graces are usually lacking.

Registered Nurse here; Sweetie, I cannot speak for the general public. but I can sure share with you that people whom dedicate their lives to health care. Feel with these people with developmental disabilities, and there families. I have a saying, "if it matters to someone that an individual has a disability, then they don't matter. The ones that care do matter". Anyone who feels unpleasant or makes negative remarks about such individuals, are shallow people, and they themselves usually are uncomfortable with the disability. Basically it boils down to simple ignorance, and anyone this ignorant, really doesn't matter. These are special people, and they deserve respect, and happiness, and love, just like anyone else.
Thanks for the opportunity to address such a sensitive question.

I feel blessed, and ungrateful, and worrisome, and cumbersome, and humbled, and sympathetic, and sad, and motivated, and inspired and so much more.

I have a Downs Syndrome step-sister and I love her with all my heart. She's been in my family for 30 years and I wouldn't trade her for anything because she's so sweet (stubborn, but sweet). Mary is 52 years old now (that's extreme longevity for Downs Syndrome) and just had a pacemaker inserted in her body. Mary lives in a group home with others who have developmental disabilities and is so happy there that she only likes to come home on holidays! we visit her often and have become acquainted with her housemates ? all of whom have special needs, but are a very loving group of people. they all hold a special place in my heart.

I think they are innocent victims of circumstance?and it's shameful the way people with disabilities are treated. I have a mentally challenged brother with physical disabilities as well. When we were children I was his protector! I use to get so upset when people would stare at our family in Wal-Mart. I treat people with disabilities just like everyone else! After all?that is all they want.

I have no problem with anyone who is disabled. I have been a little nervous around some people with certain disabilities before only because their behavior isn't always predictable. When I was 10 years old a gigantic man with downs syndrome came up behind me and lifted me off the ground and wouldn't let go. he was squeezing me too hard and it freaked me out a bit.

We are all the same, we have some abilities, and some disabilites, and we are connected??.

No one is better than I am and no one is worse than I am and we are all equal?.and unequal at the same time?.so that means I think we are American?.the rest of the world doesn't see it that way?(I lived in Europe 4 years), but as Americans we see our own faults,?.much better than others who say we are not equal.

In elementary school I was an aide in the special ed classrooms and it was then that I developed a special love for people (especially children) with developmental disabilities. they were some of the sweetest and kindest kids I have ever met.
My first job out of high school was respite care (care for a disabled person) for a little girl who is 11, but mentally 2. She is my favorite person in the whole world! She doesn't talk much, but she has a sign that she uses to say "I love you" and gives kisses. those kisses are worth more than gold to me.
Sometimes working with people with developmental disabilities can be frustrating because they get frustrated when they can't express themselves. they are also, however, the most rewarding people to work with because they (generally) love you unconditionally and you get to see the progress they made- especially when it's in things we take for granted- like learning a new word, or feeding themselves with a fork.
Individuals with developmental disabilities are the most Christ-like people I have met.

P.S. Thanks for saying "People with developmental disabilities" instead of "developmentally disabled people." you are putting the individual before the disease, and by doing so, seeing them as people.

Have a happy smiley day!

Inspired by their will and courage??

I don't like it when people make fun of them.

they are God's children and deserve to be treated with equality.

Well, they exist. I have nothing against them. I'm glad I was born normal, so I feel thankful. but I also have my own life, and don't think about them too often. I don't apologize for that. I'm not God, I wish I were, then I'd fix everything in the universe. (And you all would worship me.)

Love Jack

I wish i understood what they were thinking

I worked with those with disabilities for years. My mom is still working for the state residential services for those with developmental disabilities. I grew up with most of these clients (or consumers, as the new PC term) and I think I was more open to life because of them. I distinctly remember doing makeup when I was 10 with two of the girls from a group home my mom worked at temporarily. they are people. they are mostly warm, affectionate people who have perception beyond what we do in most cases. we should support them through their lives as we do other people on Social Security and Welfare. Don't be cruel or stare, because one day you could be stared at and shunned like they usually are. I believe these individuals are extraordinary.

I love and admire them. My son has Down syndrome and he is my hero. he tries harder than any kid I know and he succeeds. even if it takes a bit longer, he succeeds!

I've had autism and epilepsy since childhood and I feel like people with developmental disabilities are just the same people without. I also enjoy how I can just talk to them and never have to feel like I'm being judged. like they can accept me for who I am and not what I am. I guess it's nice to know there are a few out there that I can relate to and who understand what I'm going through.

I look into the most beautiful sparkling blue eyes I have ever seen and I say I love you everyday and I will do this for the rest of my life?.why? you may ask?because those eyes belong to my youngest son?the one that almost died in an operating room when he had open heart surgery at 4 months old, the one who just happens to have down syndrome?he is the light of my heart and I wouldn't change a thing about him! well ok?maybe the naughty factor?lol he may have a disability but that doesn't make me love him any less?it makes me proud of all his accomplishments because I know he had to work hard to do it?he is my pride and joy?and will always be my son

My 10 year old niece is autistic & I love her dearly. I am working with her regularly to try & get her to talk. Her vocabulary is now at an 18 month old's level. (But she understands a LOT more) we are very excited because whe seems to be more interested in talking these days. if she is following the same pattern of learning that an normal 18 m. would have (but at a slower rate) then she may be about to have a big improvement.

If someone doesn't have a developmentally disabled person in thier life, it can be hard to relate. if I was saying all I had written above face to face with someone, I would likely be able to see the horror or sadness in their face while I am feeling joy & excitement at Arianna's improvements.

i feel no different about them than i do about "normal" people and treat them as i would anyone else.

i have a 5 year old sister with down syndrome and the only thing I would change about her would be to make her bigger so i could borrow all the cute clothes she has!

I feel that they get spoiled when they could just be like us but if i was preggers and was gonna have a retarded baby i would have an abortion thats just how i was raised don't be haters

All of the disabilities that you mention are physical, not developmental. Autism is a neurological disorder, Downs is a genetic one. No-one asks to be born this way. People with these disorders are no less people than the ones without these disorders. we are all children of God and all deserve respect, no matter what the limitations might or might not be.

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