GUIDELINES FOR TRAVELLING WITH PASSENGERS WITH A DISABILITY

Abstract

The stress involved with travelling may be exacerbated for passengers with a disability as they go about adjusting to the usual stressors associated with travel, along with a range of other factors that are less considered by more able-bodied passengers. For instance, for wheel-chair bound passengers, reliance on others may be necessary to enable them to carry out simple activities such as being able to take their seat and/or visit the toilet on the plane. Such experiences may impact upon the individual’s overall stress and/or energy levels due to the increased amount of cognitive effort that may be required.