Peer Support
Did you know that people with close friends have less stress and better health than those who don’t? Friendship is that important, both for your mental and physical health!
For people with disabilities, it can be difficult to make friends. You might have to overcome challenges with being vulnerable or finding people who understand how your disability affects you. Or you might be shy, insecure, or unable to give much time to forming friendships. You might even have separate classes or activities from your peers, so you have fewer opportunities to be with others your age.
In this section, we’ll cover:
- Finding Your People: Here are some tips for finding new friendships and making sure they stay strong.
- Connecting to Community: Joining these groups and organizations can help you forge connections and contribute to society, too.
- Supporting Friends with Disabilities: It’s not always easy to know how to support someone with a disability. Here’s some advice.
