Born This Way

Who it's for

The series lets its cast speak for themselves about ambitions, crushes, frustrations and plans, which counters the habit of talking about disabled adults rather than to them.

Feelings it meets

• Chronic Illness
• Motivation
• Identity
• Neurodivergent Identity
• Family Roles

What it is

Born This Way is an A&E reality docuseries created by Jonathan Murray that aired from December 2015 to December 2019. It follows seven adults with Down syndrome, Rachel, Sean, John, Steven, Cristina, Megan and Elena, as they work towards personal goals such as jobs, independence and relationships, with their families also featured.

Where to find it

Originally aired on A&E. Streaming availability rotates; check JustWatch.

Before you start

Heads up: Frank sex talk and mild language.

Age: Not verified (suggested 10+)

Although the world is full of suffering, it is full also of the overcoming of it.Helen Keller, Optimism: An Essay