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Can someone make the 12 days of christmas but like life with a disability/chronic illness?
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🎶On the 12th dr appointment my specialist gave to me:
12 New exercises
11 New referrals
10 Concerning symptoms
9 New prescriptions
8 New labs to run
7 Examinations
6 Expensive bills
5 ✨️"ITS ANXIETY"'s✨️
4 Misdiagnoses
3 MORE prescriptions
2 "We don't know what's wrong"'s
And a correct diagnosis if you're luckyyy🎶🎶
#hsd#cane user#hypermobility#mobility aid#disability awareness#orthostatic hypotension#orthostatic intolerance#pots#dysautomnia#christmas#christmassongs#carol#christmas carol#ambulatory wheelchair user#funny#disability memes#chronically ill#chronic illness#chronic pain#doctor
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As a trans disabled Jew, I'm afraid for my life rn...
🏳️⚧️ We've been enemy #1 for the past few years in the eyes of the right, and it's reached a head with the fear that our healthcare, rights, and protections are now actively on the chopping block on the federal level. I feel for my brothers, sisters, and siblings who share this fear. Stay strong, and remember: Death Before Detransition!
♿ My disabilities and chronic illnesses are getting worse and harder to manage, and now I have to worry about whether or not social security is going to be cut so badly that I won't even be able to get a sufficient amount of benefits to survive. I'm thankful for my partners who house me and help me out with no expectation to contribute, but while I'm waiting to get my benefits, I'm relying on a friend abroad who gives me a lump sum every week in mutual aid to fund my life, and they can't do it forever, so now I have to worry about losing any chance at being able to pay any of my bills.
✡️ Rampant antisemitism has become a global pandemic. No matter where you stand on the Israel-Hamas War, the attacks on Jews in the streets, the threats to bomb and shoot up synagogues and Jewish schools, the vandalization and defamation of Jewish businesses, and the constant harassment of Jews for just wearing a Star of David in public should be unacceptable and inexcusable. I honestly blame both the left and the right for this wave of antisemitism and for Jew hate becoming more normalized, and the pogrom in Amsterdam earlier in the month made me feel the closest to my ancestors' experience in 1930s Germany...
#trans rights#trans#trans girl#transgender#death before detransition#disabled#disability#disability advocacy#disability awareness#jewish tumblr#jewblr#jumblr#antisemitism#leftist antisemitism#venting
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In honour of disability pride month, we made a disability Pride Knight! Stay proud! ⚔️🌈
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I really wish butchhood wasn't conflated with being a protector so much, honestly.
I'm a very vulnerable butch. I'm chronically ill, invisibly physically disabled, and have a lot of mental health issues. My masculinity doesn't inherently make me more strong or powerful.
But there's a huge amount of butch culture built on butches being protective of femmes, or just being strong and working in very physically laborious jobs. It feels disheartening to be locked out of a major part of my culture, just because I'm disabled.
So here's to all the disabled butches who want, or are expected to, be strong because toxic masculinity has taught us the mascs are the protectors, but we can't be.
We're the ones who need people to slow down for us. We're the ones who need to sit down and catch our breath after walking a bit. We're the ones who need help. And that doesn't make us any less butch.
#butchy babbles#lesbian#butch#butch lesbian#butchfemme#butch4femme#butch4all#butch4butch#butch4both#trans butch#transgender butch#transmasc butch#trans masc butch#actually disabled#invisible disability#disability awareness#disabled butch#blossomed to 100#blossomed to 1k#blossomed to 10k
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Gaza has a large disabled population. Wissam is just one of tens of thousands, who need medication and care, facing the devastating choice of being slaughtered at home or out on the streets. All districts in Gaza but one have been declared combat zones.
#yemen#jerusalem#tel aviv#current events#palestine#free palestine#gaza#free gaza#news on gaza#palestine news#news update#war news#war on gaza#disability awareness#disability rights#disability justice#disability tag#genocide
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Free Manual Wheelchair Reference Models
ID: A banner with grey 3D models of 5 kinds of manual wheelchairs in a line in front of the disability pride flag and text that reads "Manual Wheelchair References" /End ID
For disability pride month, I decided to release a pack of 3D manual wheelchair models.
The pack includes 5 wheelchairs:
2 Active urban-style chairs (one of which includes a smart drive)
1 off-road active chair
1 children's wheelchair
and 1 standard "hospital" wheelchair).
All the wheelchairs are based off either wheelchairs I or friends of mine have used
Downloadable here!
or on the Clip Studio Paint Asset Store (ID 2097442) (there's been an issue with the CSP version, but the models in the download folder can be imported into clip studio paint until I can fix it)
More info about the download contents below:
The first download link includes the original .Blend file with all 5 chairs, as well as individual .obj or .fbx files the chairs (All but 1 have an .obj file, as they're only meshes. The chair with the smart drive is rigged, which is why it has an .Fbx file instead so it will retain that information) as well as a "read me" file that explains in more depth what kind of disability/character/lifestyle each chair is made for (These are just what I had in mind when I designed them, they are usable by other characters who don't fit the suggestions for the most part!) I wanted to include the Read Me contents in the CSP Asset Store listing, but CS said it was too long lol.
Also, as the title says, these files are free to use! While it's not mandatory, I would appreciate credit if you use them (or even just a tag so I can see the cool art you make with them!!)
I actually made these ages ago, the original plan was to use them in a series of posts then release the pack, but I never got around to making the series and so they've just been sitting here. I took a day off from art fight attacks to clean them all up and get them ready to post. If you experience any issues, let me know and I'll try to fix it up.
I had a couple more that were supposed to be in the pack including a sports (basketball/Tennis) wheelchair and some different styles of wheelchair, but I think the files corrupted so once I fix (or remake) them, I'll probably make a second pack.
If you have any issues, please let me know!
#Writing Disability With Cy Cyborg#Disability in art#wheelchair#wheelchair user#disability#disabled#disability representation#mobility aids#drawing disability#drawing wheelchairs#art reference#art resources#Resources#manual wheelchair#art stuff#disabled artist#3d#3d model#blender#disability awareness#disabilities#disability in media
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It's a holiday. For children. Give them the candy, or fuck off.
#halloween#trick or treat#autism#developmental delay#sensory disorders#disability#disability awareness#nonverbal#fuck capitalism#capitalism kills#we live in hell#socialism now#abolish capitalism#peoples union
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it shouldn't be a controversial take but:
disabled people are allowed to hate being disabled
#disability rights#disabled#young and disabled#chronic pain#joint pain#mobility aid#mobility aid user#forearm crutches#chronically ill#disability#disability advocacy#disabilities#actually disabled#disability awareness
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I feel like most able bodied people see wheelchairs as the worst thing that could happen to a person. When I discuss my want to have a wheelchair for various reasons, most peoples first reaction is to be surprised that I could voluntarily consider that.
But what they fail to consider is that, unlike them, I very much hate walking. It causes me pain and fatigue, it is a miserable experience.
So to any able bodied person reading this, yes some wheelchair users like walking, some want to gain that ability back, but that does not invalidate the feelings of wheelchair users who absolutely hate walking.
#cpunk#cripple punk#crip punk#chronic pain#disabled#chronic fatigue#fibromyalgia#actually disabled#disability rights#physical disability#physically disabled#disability awareness#chronic disability#disability#chronic illness#chronic injury#me/cfs#wheelchair user#powerchair user#cripplepunk#wheelchair#powerchair#mobility aid user#mobility aid#mobility support#mobility issues#mobility assistance#mobility scooter
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a reminder to my fellow disabled people it isn't wrong or make you less of a player for using accessibility options.
a reminder that playing on a low difficulty only or (like with games with minecraft) no difficulty
a reminder that using unlimited health options like in cult of the lamb is not bad or wrong and you are no less of a player for using it
turning brightness high on horror games like tattletale whether its because you are visually impaired or because you cannot handle the fear a low-light scene can cause.
disabled people are not any less a gamer for needing accessibility options. we are not any less a gamer for playing the game on easy. we are not any less a gamer because we are disabled and might not be able to get all the achievements or trophies or whatever a game has available.
we deserve to be able to enjoy the games we want to play
#×angies thoughts×#disability#disability positivity#disability awareness#disability acceptance#disabled gamer
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Heat Intolerance
This disability pride month I'd like to talk about heat intolerance. Because honestly although it's not the first health issue that presented symptoms in my life. It was the first time I was like "I don't think my body works right".
And honestly given disability pride month is during one of the hottest months in the year. It seems fitting. Especially because there's a lot of disabilities and medications that cause it.
What is heat intolerance?
Simply speaking it's the inability for the body to regulate it's temperatures especially in hot settings to cool itself down.
Why is awareness important?
Because gaslighting people or worse not providing them a place to cool down just because you "feel fine" is extremely fucking dangerous.
What are the medicines that can cause heat intolerance?
Antihistamines (Allergy medications) . Decongestants (Sudafed or any medication that has the D at the end of it). Stimulants (ADHD medications. Steroids. Caffeine.) Beta-blockers (blood pressure medications). Overactive bladder treatment. Psychiatric medications (including but not limited to medications for depression and anxiety). Pain relievers. Antibiotics.
What medical conditions can cause heat intolerance?
EDS (Elhers-Danlos syndrome). Autism. ADHD. Migraines. Brain/spinal-cord injury. Sensory processing disorder. Chronic fatigue syndrome. Endocrin problems. POTS. Menopause. Hypothyroidism. Diabetes. Heart Disease. Multiple sclerosis. Mental health disorders.
What should I do if I suspect I have heat intolerance?
Reduce time outside during hot months. Keep your electrolytes up. Drink plenty of water. Stay out of the sun whenever possible if outside. Be aware of the symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke.
Clothes that are best worn for heat intolerance. Loose lightweight breathable fabrics. Natural fibers. Long sleeves that protect from sunburn as sunburns will increase your risk. Light clothes that reflect light. Wide brimmed hats that shade the face and neck.
Cool. So what are those symptoms I'm supposed you be looking for?
Headaches. Excessive fatigue. Mood changes. Muscle cramping or weakness. Nausea/ vomiting. Rapid heartbeat. Excessive sweating or not sweating at all.
When should I do to the doctor?
If you suspect you have heat intolerance you can go to your PCP to discuss what medications you may be on and what you can do about it. Otherwise, please go to the emergency room if you have symptoms of heat stroke.
This is good information and all but why are you making this post?
To raise awareness. Not just for the people that have it but weren't aware of what it was called. But for all of the idiots that tried to gaslight me when I was in school because I was like "I don't think this is normal. Every time we do our mile run outside I vomit all over the place but other kids aren't doing that."
Also because people always blame me for over heating if I wear long sleeves or pants. I always like to take notes from what people in the middle east wear because they literally live in the excessive heat and spend long hours in the excessive heat. Often in clothing that covers most of their body. They've gotta know what they're doing, right?
I have some type of xenophobic comment about why people from the middle east cover up
Shut the fuck up 😊
-fae
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NEW/NORMAL : a comic about becoming disabled in your twenties
My name is Fraizer, and I'm the artist behind forystr. I have Functional Neurological Disorder.
#i havent been able to sleep all night because of pain. its almost four am. so please have this.#disability#disabled artist#disabled comic#functional neurological disorder#fnd#chronic illness#disability awareness
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Be nice and don't mock tumblr users that communicate differently.
Examples:
1.) Typing quirks
2.) No punctuation
3.) Random Capitalisation
4.) Long run on sentences
5.) Frequently misspelled words
6.) Missing spaces between words
7.) Repeating words and sentences
8.) Posts audios and videos instead of typing
9.) Express themselves through custom emojis
10.) Use an AAC (Augmentative and alternative communication) device
Some users have intellectual disabilities, use speech to text, struggle with grammar, have hand tremmers, have high support needs, etc.
Regardless of how they communicate and their reason why, they still deserve respect. They are trying their best.
#intellectual disability#disability#communication styles#disabled community#communication#aac user#aac device#autism awareness#disability awareness#typing quirk#disability advocacy#poor grammar#grammar nerd#actually neurodivergent#actually neurodiverse#its the neurodivergency#neurodivergent#neurodiversity#autistic#autism#disability community#neurodivergent community#judgment free zone#no judgement#adhd#adhd brain
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[Image description: A photograph of a page from a spiral-bound sketchbook. The page has an illustration of the covid-19 virus and overlaid text that reads, "If I die of Covid-19 - forget burial - just drop my body on the steps of the C.D.C." A caption on the bottom of the page reads, "Ren Basel 2024. In memory of David Wojnarowicz and everyone killed by AIDS, COVID-19, and the government's negligence. Fight back!" End description.]
In 1988, AIDS activist David Wojnarowicz was photographed in a now-famous image, wearing a jacket that read, "If I die of AIDS - forget burial - just drop my body on the steps of the F.D.A.." I am far from the only person to adapt Wojnarowicz's words to COVID-19, but today I am feeling especially angry at the world. Holding the rage in my chest hurts--it hurts so fucking much--so instead, I've put it on paper.
Living through government negligence and community indifference during COVID-19 in 2024 fills me with rage and grief in equal measure, and as a queer person who studies queer history, I can see the echoes of AIDS in the way marginalized communities are being left to die.
As a disabled person who lives in a household that is very high-risk for COVID-19, the C.D.C.'s recent decision to shorten the COVID-19 isolation period feels like a slap in the face.
COVID-19 is not over, and it is vital to take steps to protect yourself and others. Please, follow the work of the People's CDC, an organization dedicated to COVID-19 safety, activism, and education.
Our government has failed us. Our communities have failed us. For those of us who are immunocompromosed or otherwise high-risk, we only have each other.
Remember us. Fight with us. Mask up, get vaccinated, get boosted.
Please.
#original post#my art#covid-19#covid#coronavirus#disability justice#disability rights#disability awareness
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Friendly (or unfriendly if you're against this) reminder that this blog is supportive of ALL disorders. This blog does not think ANY disorder inherently makes someone a bad person, and is against any disorder being demonized. This blog wholeheartedly believes that a bad person having a disorder, yes, even if things that are also symptoms of their disorder are part of what caused harm, does not make the disorder a "bad" or "evil" disorder or excuse ableism and demonization directed towards the disorder.
Yes this includes personality disorders
Including npd and aspd
Yes this includes all psychotic disorders & disorders that cause psychotic symptoms
Yes this includes paraphilic disorders. All of them.
Yes this includes disorders that cause, or are even characterized by, attention seeking
Yes this includes disorders that directly have lying as a common symptom
Yes this includes dissociative disorders
Yes this includes any disorder with "gross" symptoms
Yes this includes physical disorders too
Yes this includes disorders that can cause loss of control of any kind- control of speech, control of body movement, etc.
Yes tis includes disorders that make someone "look scary"
This goes for literally any fucking disorder. There are not exceptions.
#disability activism#ableism#demonization#disability awareness#personality disorders#npd#aspd#psychotic#psychotic disorders#paraphilic disorder#attention seeking#pathological lying#dissociative disorder#idk what other tags to put#also additional note I literally have a couple disorders on this list#and symptoms of several too#so if you're thinking of trying to argue on this post just fuck off#I guarantee you will not change my mind#and I don't want to hear it either
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