Understanding the needs of Adolescents with Disabilities in the Developing World and the Role of Teachers

Abstract

Adolescence is an important milestone in the life of an individual which is associated with many changes especially increased emotionality and emerging sexuality. The Adolescents with a disability develop feelings of incompetence and helplessness because they are treated as diseased and deplorable by the society. The role of the school and particularly the teacher is very important in helping the child to realize his potential and achieve social inclusion which empowers the adolescent to overcome the challenges faced by him.