Some people judge instead of helping.
They don’t always understand what it’s like to live with learning difficulties
or mental health problems.
Writing helps me to share my story.
It makes me feel less alone.
It helps me turn something difficult into something that might help others too.
Why This Blog/Book is Important
to Me
I have learning difficulties and mental health
challenges.
I know what it feels like to be misunderstood or unsupported.
I wrote this blog and book to:
·
Help others understand what people like me go through.
·
Support students, trainees, and workers in the
learning disability and mental health field.
·
Give parents, families, and carers a better idea of
what to expect and how to support their children or family members.
·
Empower people who have these conditions themselves —
especially those who want to raise awareness and speak up.
What This Blog/Book Covers
This book explores a wide range of topics about:
·
Learning disabilities
·
Mental health
·
Special educational needs (SEN)
It starts with clear and simple explanations of
important words and conditions.
It helps readers understand the difference between different labels and the
people behind them.
such as learning difficulty,
learning disability, special needs, and mental illness.
The book then moves on to
discuss real-life challenges people face, such as emotional struggles, access
to support, education and employment barriers, and the impact of social stigma.
It also looks at the systems meant to help—from healthcare and education to
community support and advocacy.
Each chapter is designed to be
informative, easy to read, and rooted in both personal insight and professional
experience.
Next Steps
The next step in reading this
book is to explore Chapter Two, which focuses on defining and understanding
learning disabilities and special needs. This chapter lays the foundation for
the rest of the book, helping readers gain a solid understanding of the
language we use—and why it matters.
Why This Book Matters
Understanding the complexities
of learning disabilities, mental health, and special needs is an essential part
of building a more inclusive society. As awareness grows, so does the need for
books like this—grounded in real life, written by someone who lives it, and
aimed at educating, supporting, and empowering others.
About the Blog/ book
Sara Jane Gorman’s blog/book is
a space where she shares her thoughts, personal stories, and reflections on
disability, mental health, and inclusion. Written in her voice, the blog gives
readers an honest look into everyday experiences—both the challenges and the
victories—that come with living with learning difficulties, anxiety, and other
conditions.
About the Blog/ book
Sara Jane Gorman’s blog/book is a space where she
shares her thoughts, personal stories, and reflections on disability, mental
health, and inclusion. Written in her voice, the blog gives readers an honest
look into everyday experiences—both the challenges and the victories—that come
with living with learning difficulties, anxiety, and other conditions.
The blog is a mix of lived experience, encouragement,
disability rights advocacy, and creative expression. It has become a helpful
resource for people who are navigating similar journeys, and for those who want
to better understand the world through Sara’s eyes.
This book builds on that foundation, turning
individual posts and experiences into a structured guide for wider audiences,
including students, parents, educators, and support workers.
[Optional] Photo Caption
Sara Jane Gorman – advocate, writer, and speaker –
shares her experiences to raise awareness and inspire change.
(Use this under your author photo if you're including
one in the book.)
Personal Quote from Sara
(optional)
“We all have a voice. Sometimes we just need the right
support to help us use it—and the right people to hear it.”
— Sara Jane Gorman
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