Disability Acronyms

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Across
  1. 2. - A type of disorder that affects the ability to read, write, or do math.
  2. 3. - Therapy that helps improve movement and manage pain.
  3. 4. Likes to chase mice
  4. 6. - Technologies used to aid people with disabilities in performing functions that might otherwise be difficult or impossible
  5. 7. - Equipment used to help individuals with hearing impairments communicate.
  6. 9. Therapy that helps individuals perform daily activities.
  7. 10. Legislation focusing on services for young children with developmental delays or disabilities.
  8. 12. - An assessment that identifies the reasons for certain behaviors in students.
  9. 13. - An injury to the brain that affects physical and cognitive abilities.
  10. 15. - A public board of education or other public authority within a state.
  11. 16. - Impairments that affect vision, even with correction.
  12. 18. Disabilities that are severe and chronic, manifesting before age 22.
  13. 19. - An organization dedicated to improving the educational success of individuals with disabilities.
  14. 21. Large marsupial
  15. 23. - Disabilities that impact emotional and social functioning.
  16. 24. - A professional who diagnoses and treats communication and swallowing disorders.
Down
  1. 1. Has a trunk
  2. 5. - A law ensuring services to children with disabilities throughout the nation.
  3. 6. - Tools and devices used to increase, maintain, or improve functional capabilities of individuals with disabilities.
  4. 8. Flying mammal
  5. 9. - Disabilities that limit strength, energy, or alertness due to chronic or acute health problems.
  6. 11. - Impairments that affect communication but not cognition.
  7. 12. A legal requirement that ensures special education and related services to children with disabilities.
  8. 14. - Another term used to describe learning disorders.
  9. 17. - State-level organization overseeing public education.
  10. 18. Man's best friend
  11. 19. - Refers to students from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
  12. 20. - A document developed for each public school child who needs special education.
  13. 22. - Federal agency overseeing special education programs.