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Sick means your body or mind isn't feeling well and may need rest or medical care.
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Visual World Concept: Sick
Understanding that "sick" describes a person whose body or mind is not functioning as it normally does. People often notice changes in appearance, behavior, movement, or communication that may suggest illness, but these clues do not confirm that someone is sick. Applicable Learners Blind Low Vision CVI Multiple Disabilities Autism AAC Users Deafblind Developmental Delays Elementary Students Secondary Students Transition-Age Students Related Concepts Healthy Tired Hurt Doctor Medicine Rest Body Awareness Personal H...
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Children who are sighted naturally learn what illness often looks like by observing people throughout everyday life. They notice someone coughing, sneezing, lying down, walking more slowly, using tissues, wearing a bandage, or staying home from work or school. Over time, these repeated experiences help them recognize patterns associated with illness. Studen...
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Understanding sick supports self-awareness, relationships, health and safety, social interpretation, descriptive language, organization, emotional regulation, and informed participation in school and community life.
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