I would say: "... brought a change upon American society..." :)
Answer:
Well, I'm not exactly sure if you're asking first hand. I felt hopeless when I was told emotional abuse isn't abuse and a bunch of other totally false information. However, I found out all of it was wrong! And now I'm working towards emancipation. :)
Explanation:
Disadvantages: some people will judge her for her disability and some will unintentionally stare making her feel self conscious and some will make fun of her or talk behind her back. she will also receive an awful lot of pitying looks
advantages: she will serve as an inspiration to the people around her. the fact that she doesn't let her disability affect her life entirely and also that if needed one should accept the help of others since there is nothing wrong with that no one is perfect and at some point everyone will need help