Don't be scared to talk about disabilities. Here's what to know and what to say

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More than 1 billion people — nearly 15% of the world's population — experience some form of disability. In the United States alone, about 61 million, or 1 out of every 4 adults, live with at least one disability.

In her book Demystifying Disability: What to Know, What to Say, and How to be an Ally, Emily Ladau shares thoughts on how both nondisabled and disabled people can collectively make the world a more inclusive and accessible place. NPR’s Life Kit features an article and 17-minute listen featuring Ladau here.