Redefining Disability

In her TED Talk, Aimee Mullins, gives the official definition of the word disabled. Unfortunately, the definition is not what most people would perceive as motivational or inspiring; in actuality, the definition of the word disabled is no less than degrading. But Aimee is out to prove that the definition isn't close to defining the people behind the disabilities. She attempts to change the meaning of the definition and redefine the true meaning of the word disabled. She talks about how we as a human race should build our youth up rather than tear them down with words such as "lame" and "hurt". Aimee does not feel that disabilities are a defining factor of who a person is, but rather something that can help set people apart in a beneficial way. Aimee believes that people with disabilities should use their disabilities to their advantage and can actually be a motivation to increase someone's potential.

Personally, neuroscience and neurological dysfunction has always been an topic of interest for me. I have been around a few cases of spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, stroke, and dementia. It's very interesting to me to see how each neurological dysfunction can effect every person in a different way. I would like to know more about the different types of spinal cord injuries and what levels effect which parts of the body.

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