For Disability Awareness Month - take a look at UMBC's Style Guide for tips on how to write effectively about people with disabilities with the section on Inclusive and Affirming Language. With 20-33% of the population either having a disability or having a qualifying health condition (which includes mental health) during their lifetime, it's a tangible benefit to know the basics.
Certainly with the wide range of people with disabilities, this entry is a beginning, with several examples. Additional resources beyond the guide include:
If there are further disability-related questions, please reach out to UMBC Accessibility & Disability Services. Make sure to follow them on myUMBC as well!