Any type of sensory loss can cause people to experience the ways in which society treats them differently. People often believe that any type of sensory loss also reduces people’s capacity to understand. Individuals may feel a loss of independence, as carers, family members, or members of the public can sometimes over compensate by doing too much for the person and not allowing the individual to adapt and learn new skills. This could lead to anxiety or depression as they have not been able to adjust to their loss, being too dependent on others for support. Sufferers may lose confidence in social situations, if not communicated with appropriately or being dismissed due to their loss. People with any kind of sensory loss can have difficulties in finding employment. Even though the Equality Act and the Disability Discrimination Act mean that employers cannot discriminate, it is hard to convince an employer that a sensory loss does not necessarily mean that someone is unable to do a job. Attitudes such as these can make it difficult for people to maintain self-esteem and can destroy confidence, with the result that they will attempt less.…