Many people are reluctant to reveal hidden physical or mental challenges.

Revealing invisible challenges within a relationship of trust can equip and empower people.

Accommodating invisible disabilities promotes partnership, productivity, and power.

Anyone frustrated with navigating a crowded parking lot, circling like a shark looking for a space, might feel a pang of irritation seeing a seemingly able-bodied person emerging from a vehicle that just pulled into a conveniently located disabled parking space. Although the logo marking these coveted blue spaces features a wheelchair, legally, such physical assistance is not required. Instead of assuming fraud or favoritism, especially in the midst of frustration, we are better off remembering the explanation might be something more complicated: Invisible disability.

Living With Invisible Disability

Millions of people live with medically challenging conditions, diagnoses, and disorders, affecting (and often impeding) a wide range of physical and mental states, from mobility to mental health. Navigating daily living with the assistance of modern medical........

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