Visual Activities and difficulties with Empathy
Remember, disability is a highly individualised experience. People with the same disability may have very different capabilities and/or needs, so it is always best to discuss any adaptations to practice, the environment or equipment directly with the disabled person themselves rather than making assumptions about what adjustments may be suitable.
Difficulties with empathy does not, of itself affect the ability to participate in visual learning activities. However, if the visual activity is focused on people, for example in watching a film or a play, then those who experience difficulties with empathy (such as those with autistic spectrum disorder) may well have difficulty understanding and/or interpreting the bodily or facial cues of the actors/participants.
