It's not unusual to experience mental distress after the onset of a disability. Advocating for yourself and seeking support are important in the short and long term.

By Christine Steele, Journalist
Posted by Disability Secrets.com

Updated 12/01/2022

"One in four adults in the U.S. are living with a disability, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). That's 61 million people, or 26% of the adult population, not an insignificant number.

If you've recently been diagnosed with a permanent disability, you might find yourself struggling to adjust to your diagnosis. Or, if your disability isn't new, the ongoing stress of managing it can take a toll.

But on top of adjusting to and coping with life with a disability, you might also find yourself experiencing new or heightened mental health struggles. As you'll learn here, there are resources to help you move forward."

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