For whom is individual adaptation relevant?

Individual adaptation is relevant for students with a disability and special needs. The disability may be of a physical, psychological or cognitive nature. Where there are no defined requirements related to the permanence or degree of disability, this does not apply to reduced functional ability of a temporary nature.

The disabilities may be divided into the following categories:

• Impaired vision
• Impaired hearing
• Impaired mobility
• Specific learning disabilities including dyslexia
• Chronic illnesses (asthma, allergies, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, epilepsy etc.)
• Mental disorders
• Cognitive disabilities
• Social problems