BeWell | Living with a Hidden Disability

Living with a disability is challenging and can make life more demanding. However, living with a disability that is hidden or invisible can add another layer of challenges. This episode will discuss what it is like to live with a hidden disability and how as a society we can be more aware and inclusive.

Show Notes

A transcript for this episode can be found online, here.
 
Host: Bekah Walker, Wellbeing Adviser 

Staff: Lesley Muirhead, Lead Student Support Adviser (Disability)

Student: Zane Suikovska (Msc Student), Sophie Levine (UG Student) 

 
Key themes explored: 

1. What is a hidden disability? 
2. The role of the sunflower lanyard 
3. Being aware and reducing stigma 
4. Life as a student with a disability 

 Further resources. 

What is BeWell ?

The BeWell Podcast series discusses a variety of topical wellbeing issues based on identified student pressure points and national health and wellbeing campaigns.