Invisible Disabilities

This “light approach to a heavy topic” gives a behind-the-scenes look at invisible disabilities with profiles of real people experiencing a range of medical, cognitive, and mental health conditions and the 360-degree-impact on their lives. With a deeper look at collateral effects, stigma, dos and don’ts, inclusive design, and the importance of communication, discover how to be a be a better ally and advocate, and pick up some actionable coping tricks for yourself.

Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information:

Requirements for Successful Completion:
Complete the learning activity in its entirety and complete the online nursing continuing professional development (NCPD) evaluation. You will be able to print your NCPD certificate at any time after you complete the evaluation.

Disclosure of relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies (planners, faculty/speakers, reviewers):

The speaker and planning committee members reported no relevant financial relationships in relation to this nursing continuing professional development activity.

Commercial Support:
No commercial support declared.

Accreditation Statement:
This educational activity is jointly provided by Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. (AJJ) and the American Academy of Ambulatory Care Nursing (AAACN).

Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.

AAACN is a provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, provider number CEP 5366.

Learning Outcome:
At the conclusion of this activity, the learner will be able to identify what an invisible disability is and related best practices for interaction and communication.