A glossary of terms relevant to disability, accessibility and technology

Any digital data for use with computers or computer networks including disks, CD-ROMs, DVDs, USBs, Flash disks, web resources.

One or more psychiatric disabilities exhibited over a long period of time and to a marked degree, e.g., an inability to build or maintain satisfactory interpersonal relationships with others; inappropriate types of behaviour or feelings under ordinary circumstances; a generally pervasive mood of unhappiness or depression; or a tendency to develop physical symptoms or fears associated with personal problems.

A physical condition that occurs when there is a sudden, brief disturbance in the function of the brain, and alters an individual’s consciousness, movements or actions. Most individuals with epilepsy can reduce or eliminate the risk of seizures through the regular use of appropriate medication.