Language may create a barrier between people with disabilities and individuals interacting with them, including families, friends, teachers and employers. Following certain guidelines on language can make communication easier and more comfortable for everyone.

Etiquettes
General	Certain forms of address are internationally recognized as acceptable and appropriate when referring to people with disabilities. These forms of address put people ahead of disability. a person with a disability a person with a visual impairment a person with a hearing impairment a mental illness an intellectual disability a physical disability a disabled person a blind person a deaf person crazy, psycho, lunatic a mentally retarded person a crippled/handicapped person
Starting:	is unacceptable and impolite. Staring and negative attention is the reason why people with disabilities stop going out to public places. They also cause isolation and a low self-esteem in people with disabilities.
Asking Questions:	such as, "What is wrong with your child?" "How did you lose your leg?" are inappropriate questions especially when asked of people you do not know well. Respect others' right to privacy.
Smile:	genuinely and welcome.
Pity:	Individuals with disabilities do not want pity. They need participation and opportunity.
Be Friendly:	to welcome people with disabilities and make them comfortable.
Opportunity:	Do not assume to know someone's abilities and dismiss them as incapable of performing tasks without giving them a chance to try.
Inferiority:	A person's impairment in one area does not automatically lessen his or her competence in other areas. If you are a school or an employer, discuss concerns freely to resolve problem areas. As with any student, simplify topics if necessary and use a variety of ways to teach concepts. With an employee, use efficient, simple and affordable tools or methods to help him or her to better perform tasks.