Physical disability refers to a long-term or temporary limitation in an individual's physical functioning, mobility, stamina, or dexterity, significantly impacting daily activities. These conditions, which can be congenital or acquired, include mobility, sensory, and neurological impairments. Common examples include cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy, spinal cord injuries, and amputation.
An invisible disability is a physical, mental, or neurological condition not apparent to others but significantly limits daily life, encompassing chronic illnesses, pain, mental health conditions (like depression, PTSD, anxiety), learning differences (dyslexia, ADHD), and neurological disorders (autism, MS). These conditions challenge movements, senses, or activities, often leading to social isolation, misunderstandings, and the need for accommodations, with many people managing them silently.
Disability service dogs are individually trained to perform specific tasks—such as mobility support, sensory alerting, or psychiatric assistance—that mitigate a person's disability. Under the ADA, these dogs are permitted in public places, including restaurants and airplanes. They differ from emotional support animals as they require specialized training.
https://www.ada.gov/topics/service-animals/
