#TBI
I woke at a decent hour and checked on the kids. Meditated and slept a little more. Had deep and thoughtful conversations with Alli and felt close.
We had breakfast at a beautifully quirky coffee shop in #Westminster, which is clearly one of the haunts for the local #Queer community, and visited the library.
@enigmatico http://art.raleighsports.gg/ I had an Uncle who played Second Life and a childhood friend who got a PhD in #GPU architecture. I am looking forward to #AR and and advanced #VR like the Navy's SPAWAR. Hopefully some cool imagination comes out of all that #data and #tracking. #webgl #canvassing can mess up video if it is related to the Evil Oogle. How does #Google #youtube sabotage video? #games #fun #RHEL #Raleigh #At Ari #brainInterface #TBI #TMI
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Mild Brain Injury and Post-Concussion Syndrome
“Incredibly vivid... this book will be of great benefit to professionals, survivors and their families alike.”
#LivingWithMildBrainInjury @Routledgebooks
#TBI #Concussion #ABI
https://pigpen.page/Books/
Continued...
4. After reading this story, I'm convinced that any #veteran who has served in an #artillery unit needs to be assessed for #TBI (traumatic brain injury).
3/thread
Tagging: @CourageToResist @MilitaryLaw
Continued...
2. The US #military is not taking seriously the idea that #TBI can accumulate and that even smaller concussive injuries can add up to horrific damage if it happens long enough.
3. The #DOD and two POTUS's lied to the American people and the world about the scope of its mission in Syria. This level of artillery bombardment was insane. Also, this dirty war was a bipartisan affair, began under #Obama and continued under #Trump.
2/thread
"Repeated blast exposure from firing heavy weapons like cannons, mortars, shoulder-fired rockets and even large-caliber machine guns may cause irreparable injury to the brain." #TBI https://www.nytimes.com/2023/11/05/us/us-army-marines-artillery-isis-pentagon.html?unlocked_article_code=1.8Ew.hn0s.57YTZeCJiQ40&smid=url-share
Playing In A Marching Band Can Be Dangerous: One of every four high school students who participate in marching bands develops a musculoskeletal injury. #marchingband #injuries #musculoskeletal #tbi #dehydration #athletics
https://www.instagram.com/p/Cy_YUlFRm3W/
Women’s Depression Risk Higher After Brain Trauma: 50% greater than a man’s. #depression #tbi #trauma #braininjury #concussion #women #womenshealth #psychiatry
https://www.instagram.com/p/Cy_XXFZRaaL/
Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) is a neurodegenerative brain disease that is associated with repeated head injuries, particularly in contact sports like football, boxing, and hockey. It is caused by….
#cte
#braininjury
#tbi
#concussion
http://shassyswalkabout.com/2023/10/24/how-to-know-of-you-have-cte-chronic-traumatic-encephalopathy/
@FORRT has a team devoted to neurodiversity. This is another potential place for community for ADHD, autistic, bipolar, depressed, & other neurodivergent folks. Neurodivergent academics can add themselves to the Neurodivergent Authors Database. They also have a variety of projects in progress such as an academic wheel of privilege, survey of experiences, etc.
https://forrt.org/neurodiversity/
#ADHD #Neurodiversity #HigherEd #autistic #TBI #DisabilityResources #InclusiveTeaching
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⚠️ CW – Suicide Prevention Month (TBI and Suicide)⚠️
September is National suicide prevention month and many members of the Invisible Disability Community are at high risk but, they're not alone. Individuals in the LGBTQIA community are "four times more likely" to make such an attempt for much the same reason as disabled individuals. The way they are mistreated and stigmatized in society. It is also the second leading cause of death for young people in the US between the ages of 18 and 25. "Native American communities experience higher rates of suicide compared to all other racial and ethnic groups in the US being the eighth leading cause of death…".
I thought this would be a good time to migrate and repost a piece I did on TBI "traumatic brain injury" and suicide to include these other at risk groups. What can you do if someone in your life is at risk? Spend some time with them, don't be judgmental, listen and love. If you see them being victimized or bullied, stand up and say something.
TBI - Traumatic Brain Injury and Suicide (originally posted Dec 27, 2022)
Why support is so important for those that live with TBI and Brain Injury. Between 2014 to 2017, the traumatic brain injury-linked death rate rose from 16.3 to 17.5 per 100,000 people.
There were 61,131 TBI-linked deaths in 2017 alone, and nearly half of these deaths were by suicide or homicide from 2015 to 2017. Last summer, a rash of suicides on the USS Washington raised questions about lack of support and services said to contribute to these deaths.
The links below present the dismal statistics and some ways to help prevent suicide among the population living with Brain Injuries and other marginalized people.
Traumatic Brain Injury and Suicide | Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/evolutionary-psychiatry/201809/traumatic-brain-injury-and-suicide
cdc.gov
https://www.cdc.gov/suicide/prevention/index.html
TBI and Suicide – PubMed.gov:
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22329620/
Indigenous communities and suicide:
https://www.publichealthpost.org/databyte/suicide-rates-indigenous/
Trevor Project– LGBTQIA suicide: https://www.thetrevorproject.org/resources/article/facts-about-lgbtq-youth-suicide/
Science Direct:
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0747563205000531
Association between disability and suicide – pub med.gov: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34465506/
Image by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay: https://pixabay.com/users/geralt-9301/
#TBI #BrainInjury #suicide #SuicidePrevention #indigenous #native #disability #LGBTQIA #EmotionalSupport #inclusion #love #understanding #education #EndAbleism #DisabilitySolidarity #DisabilityCommunity #Here4All #ActuallyAutisic #InvisibleDisabilityRights #landback #TransLivesMatter
⚠️ CW – Suicide Prevention Month (TBI and Suicide)⚠️
September is National suicide prevention month and many members of the Invisible Disability Community are at high risk but, they're not alone. Individuals in the LGBTQIA community are "four times more likely" to make such an attempt for much the same reason as disabled individuals. The way they are mistreated and stigmatized in society. It is also the second leading cause of death for young people in the US between the ages of 18 and 25. "Native American communities experience higher rates of suicide compared to all other racial and ethnic groups in the US being the eight leading cause of death…".
I thought this would be a good time to migrate and repost a piece I did on TBI "traumatic brain injury" and suicide and include these other at risk groups. What can you do if someone in your life is at risk? Spend some time with them, don't be judgmental, listen and love. if you see them being victimized or believed, stand up and say something.
TBI - Traumatic Brain Injury and Suicide (originally posted Dec 27, 2022)
Why support is so important for those that live with TBI and Brain Injury.
From 2014 to 2017, the traumatic brain injury-linked death rate rose from 16.3 to 17.5 per 100,000 people.
There were 61,131 TBI-linked deaths in 2017 alone, and nearly half of these deaths were by suicide or homicide from 2015 to 2017.
Last summer, a rash of suicides on the USS Washington raised questions about lack of support and services said to contribute to these deaths.
The links below present the dismal statistics and some ways to help prevent suicide among the population living with Brain Injuries and other marginalized people.
Traumatic Brain Injury and Suicide | Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/evolutionary-psychiatry/201809/traumatic-brain-injury-and-suicide
cdc.gov
https://www.cdc.gov/suicide/prevention/index.html
TBI and Suicide – PubMed.gov:
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22329620/
Indigenous communities and suicide:
https://www.publichealthpost.org/databyte/suicide-rates-indigenous/
Trevor Project– LGBTQIA suicide: https://www.thetrevorproject.org/resources/article/facts-about-lgbtq-youth-suicide/
Science Direct:
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0747563205000531
Association between disability and suicide – pub med.gov: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34465506/
Image by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay: https://pixabay.com/users/geralt-9301/
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"With Gentle Affect - Surviving Trauma"
Written with gentle affect and love for all:
Words can be a powerful thing. Sometimes we may say something unintentionally that can open the wounds of another. The range of emotion conjured, may sometimes be manifest in response. Sometimes it's an acquired instinct.
In a world that has become so full of hate, there are many that have survived great trauma. Words that may seem innocent, can be like thrusting the sharpest of double-edged swords, slashing open the heart's healing scars. Sometimes, if one pokes the hive, the bee is likely to sting out of instinctual self-preservation. It's important to be mindful of others we encounter. Only they may know the shadows that haunt within them.
Being an advocate is not an easy task. You're basically telling people what they may do is not right but, without advocacy, where does #change lie? Taking the brunt and standing firm for others that may not have the strength? If one day it may help to prevent others with invisible disabilities from being subjected, how can I remain silent.
With that said, the last time I checked, I'm human too. I have a brain, a heart and everything. I also don't harbor bitterness or resentment... It messes up the atmosphere inside.[]
"If one breaks one's leg, they may have trouble walking, patience and understanding is key. The same is true for the brain.
Today's installment was going to be about the brain and spelling. There's link to an interesting article below. I always welcome kind correction and thoughtful constructive feedback.
OutOfExile_IDR © 2022
Don't Foster misconceptions.
What goes wrong in the brain when someone can't spell: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2016/02/160202185457.htm
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Buy finemayer a cup?:
https://pixabay.com/users/finemayer-1749939/
#Sensitivity #disability #TBI #InvisibleDisabilities #trauma #pain C-#PTSD #ActuallyAutisic #DisabilitySolidarity #equality
#accommodation #understanding
#disagreement #PeaceMaking
#communication #resolution #peace #consideration #coexist #healing #MentalHealth #patience
(Migrated reboot originally posted Dec 15, 2022)
#motores #injecaoeletronica #paixãoporcarros #tbi #correia #injetores
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Det er nå 50 mnd siden jeg landet med hodet først i asfalten på en sykkeltur.
Besvimte pga hjernehinneblødning og gikk i bakken. Skadet ikke stort annet enn hodet (skrubbsår på bein og armer + brudd på kranie/tinning/nese) og knuste hjelmen.
Måtte trene opp å gå igjen pga hodeskaden og jeg har fortsatt vansker med å gå.....
Kommer aldri til å bli bedre.
#traumatiskhjerneskade #tbi
#portland sweet-toothed goodie goodies: just donated to Sarah Bellum Bakery, a #nonprofit purveyor of delicious cupcakes made by local brain trauma sufferers. They opened just before the pandemic and are struggling. Can you help out? #cte #tbi
https://sarahbellumsbakery.networkforgood.com/projects/182076-2023?utm_source=sqmktg_email
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#Neurodivergent #neurodiversity #ADHD #autistic #bipolar #depression #schizophrenia #TBI #SelfCare #CommunityBuilding #Boundaries
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➡️Probiotic for PKU goes to trial
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A 'mini-brain' traces the link between concussion and Alzheimer's disease
https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2023/08/230829125919.htm
* elevated acrolein in neuron clusters: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Acrolein
* 350% incr. misfolded AB42: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/search/all/?term=AB42
* acrolein deforms AB42 by binding to sections affecting structural stability
Concussive forces, acrolein surge, β-amyloid accumulation, functional alterations in neuronal n/w using TBI-on-a-chip
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37337817/
#neuroscience #concussion #Alzheimers #TBI #BrainInjury #AB42
Mind boggling! Young athletes who suffer head injury are at serious, life-altering risk!
New study from Boston University’s CTE Center has discovered more than 60 cases of #ChronicTraumaticEncephalopathy, known as #CTE, in athletes who were under the age of 30 at the time of their death
Researchers found about 40% of the brains studied had developed some of the earliest signs of the disease, which is associated with repeated head trauma
#tbi #headinjury #trauma #sports
https://us.cnn.com/2023/08/28/health/cte-younger-athletes/index.html
This is #personal 🥺
#Suicide rates have risen tenfold among U.S. #veterans since 9/11 - UPI.com
#TBI #Vets #VeteransAdministration #VAHospital #healthcare #support
https://www.upi.com/Health_News/2023/08/28/veterans-suicides-rise/7011693237920/
This is so freaky to me!
Pre- #TBI me was pretty much raised on #rap. From the #SugarHillGang to #CurtisBlow to #Biggie, I felt, & danced, & grew up with this #music. I was probably listening to this when I had my first kiss.
Today it’s like… nothing
Cold.
I’m so different now 😶
#HipHop 50 Live #concert: #SnoopDogg, #LilWayne, #RunDMC, more perform
"Amy Pieters’ Family Shares New Update on the Cyclist - Pieters is out of her coma, but the rehabilitation road ahead is long" #TBI #Disability
https://www.bicycling.com/racing/a44711936/amy-pieters-family-shares-new-update-on-the-cyclist/
Effect of recombinant erythropoietin after moderate-to-severe #TBI in #ICU
💉🩸EPO vs placebo did not improve overall long-term outcomes or QoL, but limited sample size makes difficult to make final conclusions.
#FOAMcc @ICM
🖇️ https://rdcu.be/dgjia
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Developing precision medicine approaches to improve outcome in patients with traumatic brain injury: data-driven approaches as a step to identify subgroups with distinct pathophysiological or
pathobiological mechanisms to individualize treatments
🧠 current suggestions for #TBI phenotypes
🧠 methodological considerations
Free to read #FOAMcc on @ICM
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"Can a Symbol Help Stop the Harm – Disability Designator ID and Disability Deaths" – PART THREE:
CONTENT WARNING (CW): the events and videos of events may be disturbing to some.
In this segment, I'll be talking about the stories that, aside from personal experience, inspired me to write this series. You'd be surprised how many are unaware of, or just don't care about the damage, death and injustice thrust on the people and their families, solely because they were disabled. Though I view the IDA as an ally and see some value in their NDID program, I do not think a symbol, or Disability ID alone, will stop this plague. Is it coincidence that all of these stories are from the same state… or is it an indication of a culture of hidden hate and Ableism.
September 2019: After parking his car, Brady Mystic was walking into a laundry mat when the lights of a police cruiser focused on him. Two Idaho Springs Colorado police officers, Hanning and Summers, began shouting commands at him to "get back in [his] car". One of the officers tackled him and the other tasered him. The officers claim they witnessed him run a stop sign, beat him, later claiming he resisted arrest and assaulted one of the officers.
When he saw police lights pointed at him, Brady Mystic stopped walking but, had no idea if he was the subject of this attention. Blinded, he could not see, nor could he hear their commands for several very valid reasons. Brady is completely deaf in both ears, verbally limited, predominantly communicates with sign language and does not read lips. He raised his hands in a nonthreatening manner" to communicate his hearing impairment when police tackled, tasered him and beat him. During the attack, he again attempted to make them aware of his disability saying "No ears… No ears" to which, officer Summers responded with a second jolt from her stun gun. He was also falsely accused of assaulting an officer because, during this vicious attack, officer Hanning "had caused himself to break his own leg/ankle".
Brady Mystic then spent the next four months in jail, where his ADA and civil rights were also violated repeatedly. The officers involved, Hanning and Summers, have been accused of, and sued for, use of excessive force in other incidents, one involving a 75-year-old man in his own home. Officer Summers remained on the force but, Mr. Hanning, was fired for that incident.
Idaho Springs PD responded with a rebuttal posted to the website claiming Mr. Mystic approached the police vehicle and was the aggressor, calling it an "attack". An obvious attempt to cover up this heinous act. Where's the body footage? Initially, the only footage provided was from Ofc. Summers body cam at the hospital. The video of the actual event is linked below. Ultimately after four months, the charges were dropped and Brady was released. All this because he was deaf and allegedly ran a stop sign.
The suit against the officers claims "the shocking use of unnecessary police force and wrongful incarceration of a deaf man whom the Defendant officers rashly attacked after failing to recognize his disability and misinterpreting his non-threatening attempts to see and communicate as challenges to police authority."… "...which caused the man to unjustifiably spend months in jail without appropriate accommodations to help him communicate that he was, in fact, the victim.". This type of aggressive, manipulative and rash behavior by authorities is not uncommon in the state of Colorado and, is not limited to this incident. Idaho Springs PD was also at the scene of another more recent murder by police in the next segment.
July 2018: In Aurora Colorado, 73 year old Richard Gary Black Jr. discovered a home intruder that was drowning his 11-year-old grandson in the bathtub. The Vietnam veteran, and recipient of a Bronze Star and Purple Heart, also lived with "significant hearing impairment". When police arrived in response to a 911 call from Black's wife, police observed Gary Black inside his home, holding a flashlight and a legal handgun, attempting to protect his family. Officers shouted aggressive commands for him to drop the weapon but, it seemed obvious he did not hear them. Within 24 seconds of the command, an Aurora officer in the driveway, shot Mr. Black in his home through the open door. Gary died at the hospital a short time later.
This was the second shooting incident in 34 days, involving the officer who killed Mr. Black. The investigation into that June 27th incident, had not even been completed yet. Why was this officer already back on duty? According to one publication, in a press conference three days after the shooting, "...Aurora Police Chief Nick Metz essentially argued that the actions of Richard "Gary" Black Jr., ...caused an officer to fatally shoot him." Mr. Black's hearing impairment seemed to be downplayed and, was even omitted from reports by at least one national networks local affiliate. No charges were brought against the officer.
Aurora has seen multiple incidents of excessive force by police killing people with disabilities, and many without. According to policescorecard.org, Aurora has had "More Police Shootings per Arrest than 52% of Depts". The city's police force was also the subject of a "investigation in which the state's Atty. Gen. found a "pattern and practice" of "using excessive force," and of "failing to document stops as required by law.". The investigation concluded that Aurora PD had broken state and federal law and violated the civil rights of its residents through its policing of minorities.". As a further example of this, the department is facing approximately $14 million in lawsuits stemming from their actions during the George Floyd protests in Denver.
There's also the story of Andre Williams who was tackled, punched in the head and then tasered by police while having a seizure in September 2018. Williams was not the first time Aurora police had harmed someone having a seizure. In 2010, Rickey Burrell was having a seizure prompting his partner to call 911. Upon arrival, two Aurora officers knelt on his back while he was lying face down in his bed, dragged him outside (in winter) wearing only his underwear and, ultimately broke his arm. As part of a 2013 settlement, Aurora was mandated to provide “annual seizure-related training to all of its peace officers by July 2013,” They discontinued that training program in 2016.
Before finishing this series with what is, perhaps, the most famous case involving Aurora PD, I'll be covering a recent case that happened elsewhere. One of the officers in that case was charged with second-degree murder among other offenses. In any of the cases, a Disability ID card would most likely have changed nothing.
OutOfExile_IDR ™ – © 2023
Brady mystic, deaf man tased and beaten: https://www.npr.org/2021/09/29/1041562502/deaf-man-tased-police-colorado-lawsuit
Brady Mystic and others violated by the same officers: https://lawandcrime.com/lawsuit/two-cops-being-sued-over-tasing-of-elderly-man-face-new-lawsuit-for-arrest-of-deaf-man-who-couldnt-understand-their-commands/
Claim: Notorious Cop Broke His Own Leg While Abusing a Deaf Man: https://www.westword.com/news/deaf-colorado-man-brutal-arrest-lawsuit-nicholas-hanning-brady-mistic-12438119
Body Cam Footage from Brady Mystic Incident: https://www.nbcnews.com/video/bodycam-shows-moments-a-man-who-is-deaf-was-arrested-by-idaho-springs-police-officers-122222661744
Richard (Gary) Black's Actions Led to Police Shooting Death, Aurora Chief Says: https://www.westword.com/news/richard-blacks-actions-led-to-police-shooting-death-aurora-chief-says-10616465
No Mention of Victims Hearing Impairment in News Report (with body cam footage): https://www.9news.com/article/news/crime/no-criminal-charges-for-officer-who-shot-and-killed-homeowner-defending-his-family/73-620524248
Disability is a Hidden Side of Police Violence Epidemic: https://www.vox.com/2016/10/4/13161396/disability-police-officer-shooting
Link to part one: https://kolektiva.social/@OutOfExile_IDR_Voice/110710011783405013
#disability #DisabilityRights #equality #change #InvisibleDisabilityRights #NationalDisabilityID @invisibledisabilitiesassociation #accommodation #understanding #DisabilityCommunity #SpeakUp4Change #DisabilitySolidarity #ActuallyAutistic #TBI #HearingImpairment #aphasia #OCD #MentalHealth #decency #respect #dignity #SocialJustice #StopKillingUs #TearDownTheWall
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"Can a Symbol Help Stop the Harm – Disability Designator ID and Disability Deaths" –PART TWO:
This piece was expected to be two parts. With the number of stories about people with disabilities being harmed by police, it will require more. A STRONG CONTENT WARNING (CW): the events and linked videos may be disturbing to some.
Reasons for Disability ID Programs:
The nonprofit Invisible Disabilities Association (IDA) started the National Disability ID (NDID) for obvious reasons. For individuals that may need additional assistance, the NDID card may be beneficial. In the words of IDA:
"Because people living with invisible disabilities are often looked upon with misunderstanding or disbelief when asking for help, IDA wants to change the experience of millions living with invisible disabilities. Instead of spending time and energy having to explain their disability and validate their need for assistance, it is our desire and goal that they can simply receive the support they need when they display their NDID Card."
As mentioned, several states use the IDA invisible disabilities symbol as part of their disability identifier laws. To be clear, the IDA is a private nonprofit organization and the NDID symbol is their own creation, not a government program. A confidential symbol program has positives for some with disabilities but, protected information should not be in the hands of the DMV or appearing on drivers licenses. A separate card presented along with the license may be a better idea. Much like a "handicap" placard , such cards issued via doctors recommendation, would keep medical information in the hands of doctors. It is important to mention that the various state Disability ID programs are voluntary, not mandated but, the compiling of information and formation of a database for people with invisible disabilities, is a paramount concern. DMV information can be accessed by many. **
Encounters with Law Enforcement and First Responders:
Because an individual with invisible disabilities may avoid eye contact, speak quickly/slowly or appear to be anxious, law enforcement reactions may often include: judgments or assumptions that a person is "acting guilty", "under the influence" or "up to something". Many disabilities are accompanied by: anxiety, avoidance, difficulties focusing, restlessness, trouble understanding instruction, and a variety of communication limitations. Symptomatic reaction, heightened fear and/or emotion may manifest during the simplest of interactions with any first responder. Any of these factors could cause situations to escalate quickly, to the detriment of the person with disabilities. These, combined with lack of understanding about invisible disabilities and aggressiveness on the part of law-enforcement, can make a simple walk to the neighborhood store very dangerous, even deadly for anyone with invisible disabilities.
The IDA presents a few real-life scenarios on their website as an example of the lack of understanding by authorities:
In Ohio, a man with autism was pulled over by police, presented his license but, did not make eye contact. When the man started fumbling around in his car the officer made an assumption he was intoxicated, pulled him out of his car and handcuffed him. The officer later found out the man had autism. Would a disability ID card, have prevented this from happening?
After using an electric scooter to do grocery shopping, a Colorado woman with MS (Multiple Sclerosis) went to her car parked in a handicapped spot. Police then blocked her car in with their vehicle lights flashing. The woman presented an MS ID card, explained her health issue and advise them she DID have a valid handicap placard. The officer responded, "You're not disabled, I saw you walk into the store".
As disgusting and unnecessary as these two examples on the IDA website are, they pale in comparison to some of the other stories:
January 2021: Rochester N.Y. police responding to a call about "family trouble", used unnecessary force on a nine-year-old girl having an obvious mental health crisis. As the child cried, "I want my father", police handcuffed her, put her in the back of the cruiser and pepper sprayed her. Another similar incident occurred in 2022 when El Paso Texas police used a stun gun on a 10-year-old girl experiencing a mental health crisis.
September 2019: a Rio Arriba County New Mexico Deputy tasered a student with developmental disabilities for sassing him. School officials stood by and watched. Former deputy, Jeremy Barnes was fired and charged with "child abuse, false imprisonment and aggravated battery"; however, I see no mention of additional charges specific to abuse of a person with disabilities.
February 2021: A Kansas Sheriff's deputy "hogtied, tasered and used painful compliance techniques" on a 12-year-old autistic child who ran away from a foster home.. The child was handcuffed behind his back, shackled on his ankles and the handcuffs were then connected to the shackles. This "hog tying" tactic has been banned in N.Y., California and other states. The US DOJ warned police departments across the country that this tactic could interfere with the ability to breathe and cause death decades ago. According to the "order of reprimand" that was made public, the Kansas Deputy also use threats and profanities telling the child to “Cut it out. Do you understand? Fucking quit,” adding, “When the other guy gets here, you’re going to hurt more.”
With the boy obviously restrained and not a threat, the report says the officer “...struggled with, shoved, elbowed, applied pressure points, carried, pulled, ‘hog tied,’ and ultimately tasered (the boy referred to as) L.H.” The officer was fired and reprimanded but the Kansas commission on Peace Officers Standards and Training elected not to prevent him from becoming a police officer again. That doesn't seem to be a mention of charges against this officer whom, the report indicates was well aware the child was autistic.
January 2020: An autistic teen who was experiencing "a sudden sensory outburst” related to his autism, died as a result of police in Louisiana sitting on him for nine minutes and six seconds. His parents witnessed the event. Police handcuffed, shackled his ankles and held him facedown on the pavement of a parking lot "putting immense pressure on his back".
November 2015: A six-year-old autistic boy from Louisiana was shot and killed by police after his father, Christopher Few failed to stop for police. The officers that fired their weapons killing the child were Derek Stafford and Norris Greenhouse. After the vehicle came to a stop, body camera footage shows the father Mr. Few, had his hands in the air and it was determined by the investigation that he posed no threat. A Police Lt. on the scene also said Mr. few presented no threat, that's why he did not fire his weapon. No weapons were found in Mr. Few's vehicle and initial reports claimed there was a warrant for his arrest but, Louisiana State Police confirmed this was not true. There were numerous other instances of conflicting information in the case.
One of the officers, Derek Stafford, said he feared (speculated) Mr. Few would backup and hit him with his vehicle. Stafford's attorney claimed that Mr. Few had actually rammed into the vehicle of Officer Greenhouse. The video, and subsequent investigation of the incident refutes these claims. CBS News reported that Investigators say "that was a lie". In total, the two officers fired 18 shots into the vehicle where the man and autistic child were.
Stafford was sentenced to 40 years for manslaughter and 15 years for attempted manslaughter to be served concurrently. Greenhouse was sentenced in total to seven years but, was released in July 2021 after only 21 months. This is 25% of his seven year sentence.
May 2023: Cooma Australia: A 95-year-old woman dies as a result of being tasered by a New South Wales NSW Police constable. After responding to a call at about a woman holding a knife at nursing home, 95-year-old Clare was "urged" to drop a steak knife she was holding. According to police, she began to approach the constable "at a slow pace" using a walking frame (walker), when he discharged his stun gun. Ms. Nowland fell, hitting her head, suffering a skull fracture and brain hemorrhaging. She died as a result of the injuries a week later. The 95-year-old lived with dementia and was described as "frail and unable to stand unaided", weighing only 43 kg (95 pounds). Hardly a threat to anyone, even with a steak knife. The officer was charged with multiple offenses.
Part three will cover other cases including, one of the most well-known. It will also touch on the upcoming trial of the officers that killed the man.
OutOfExile_IDR ™ – © 2023
Rochester police tasered 9-year-old girl in mental health crisis: https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/police-pepper-spray-9-year-old-girl-rochester-n-y-n1256313
Teen with Developmental Disabilities tasered by NM PD for Talking Back: https://www.koat.com/article/attorney-for-developmentally-disabled-boy-wants-deputy-and-schools-officials-charged/27684847
Autistic boy tasered by Kansas PD: https://www.vice.com/en/article/akej98/kansas-police-tased-autistic-boy
https://www.koat.com/article/attorney-for-developmentally-disabled-boy-wants-deputy-and-schools-officials-charged/27684847
Kansas Deputy who tasered autistic child-still a cop?: https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/us-news/police-officer-who-used-taser-28164789
Autistic teen dies after Louisiana PD sit on him Https://www.cnn.com/2021/01/15/us/teenager-autism-dies-louisiana-sheriff-lawsuit-trnd/index.html
95-year-old woman dies after being tasered: https://www.bbc.com/news/world-australia-65696475
Louisiana officer who shot 6-year-old autistic boy gets to 55 years: https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2017/apr/01/louisiana-officer-derrick-stafford-sentenced-killing-boy-autism
Body cam footage of the event: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/video-of-police-shooting-that-killed-6-year-old-autistic-louisiana-boy-released-jeremy-mardis/
Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Killing_of_Jeremy_Mardis
#disability #DisabilityRights #equality #change #InvisibleDisabilityRights #accommodation #understanding #DisabilityCommunity #SpeakUp4Change #DisabilitySolidarity #ActuallyAutistic #TBI #HearingImpairment #aphasia #OCD #MentalHealth #decency #respect #dignity #SocialJustice #StopKillingUs #TearDownTheWall
@actuallyautisticgroup @disabilityjusticegroup @disabilitygroup
Half of People Killed by Police Have a Disability: https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/half-people-killed-police-suffer-mental-disability-report-n538371
@sonictyrant do you have #amnesia?
I do.
Do you make jokes about paraplegia? #Blindness?
I got it! Do one about #TBI! I’ve got that too! 😆
Man, you’re funny
Here’s one! Do #ablism! 🤭
"Can a Symbol Help Stop the Harm – Disability Designator ID and Disability Deaths" –Part one:
(Approx 7 Min. read)
In May, New Jersey passed bill S761, joining 12 other states in creating a "disability identifier" state ID program. With much of the media focus on autism, the law allows some with other disability related communication issues, to have an "official indication of their diagnosis", "notated" on their state issued ID. As a part, NJ will create "guidelines" for law enforcement to better accommodate people with invisible disabilities, through understanding and proper communication; rather than aggression, force, and unfounded assumptions of perpetration. Unlike other states, the NJ legislation appears to exclude many with disabilities and lack forethought regarding the medical privacies of participants.
Even with the positives of various state actions, some feel these efforts may be futile, or accompanied by inherent negatives. Here, I'll be providing details on some of these programs, their potential negatives and, in part two, the reasons for creating them. The focus will be on the tragic stories of some victims that ultimately inspired Invisible Disability ID programs. People, like Elijah McClain and others, whose wrongful deaths resulting from interactions with police and first responders, brought national attention to this epidemic. The harm and loss of life at the hands of those there to serve and protect, is a horrifying thought to many with invisible disabilities, their loved ones; and should be, to anyone of decency.
Alaska, was the first to pass disability ID "designator" legislation with two laws that seem to respect the medical privacies of' disabled citizens. Their "Disability Designator", is a "discrete symbol" on licenses, indicating a "medically verified cognitive, mental, neurological, or physical disability; or a combination thereof". Alaska and other states, use the Invisible Disabilities Association's (IDA) "i" symbol as the "designator". The reasoning behind this optional indicator is the same; to enlighten police and first responders, when they may view a person's communication or behavior as "different" or "unusual". Again, the goal is to prevent escalation and, as in many cases, harm to the individual with disabilities.
Utah's disability designator, is a symbol on a sticker affixed to the ID. As in other states that use a symbol, Utah's program offers more medical confidentiality. It indicates only, that the person has a disability, without revealing diagnosis or specifics. In comparison with NJ's "notation of diagnosis", this seems much less intrusive. Utah's list of "examples of disabilities" covers any physical or mental health issue "that may interfere with the ability to communicate with a law enforcement officer". The list is much more inclusive of all disabilities than the narrow scope of the NJ law, even including diabetes, heart conditions and drug allergies.
The Invisible Disabilities Association (IDA) in Colorado, is a nonprofit organization that spearheads the effort to create the "National Disability ID" (NDID) symbol program. They advocate nationwide with state and federal government, and were part of the 2022 federal identifier bill, HB–7217. Unfortunately, that bill died in committee. The IDA logo, a blue lowercase "i" shaped like a vertical Nike-style "swoosh", is used as Colorado's DL disability identifier as well. They began issuing their NDID–National Invisible Disability ID cards, prior to the passing of any legislation. Below, is an IDA link where people with invisible disabilities can obtain their own NDID, or "International Invisible Disability ID" card with little effort or personal information.
Following Alaska, Colorado passed House Bill HB21–1014, making them the second state to pass "Symbolic" legislation which, also uses the wording "discrete" indicator. The law requires that the symbol on state identifications, must represent all types of disabilities under their program, in a state where history vividly illustrates the need for some type of solution. Colorado police and first responders have been responsible for causing the wrongful deaths of numerous people with invisible disabilities, attracting national attention more than once. The stories covered in part two, include several involving the same police force.
Potential Concerns:
In regard to the NJ action, the following phrase appears in the legislation:
"the chief administrator shall indicate the autism spectrum disorder or communication disorder diagnosis by notating such information on the person's driver's license ...under the column designated for restrictions".
There are many disabilities accompanied by communication limitations, that are not associated with autism, or (as NJ puts it) a "communication disorder". There are also aspects of disabilities, unrelated to communication, that can influence interactions with law-enforcement. Anyone of these may have been a factor in the known examples of police escalation causing harm or death to innocent people. NJ should consider this, designing their law to be more inclusive and respectful of the rights, privacies and protections of its disabled population.
Broadcasting diagnosis on one's license is another concern to some, and raises some questions. How much protected medical information will appear in the NJ "notation"? Will the DMV gather medical history and driver's diagnosis' for its citizens with disabilities, then add unnecessary or unfounded "restrictions" to their licenses? With varying degrees of any disability, a generalized "notation of diagnosis" could present a lot of obvious undue challenges or barriers for many drivers with disabilities.
Aside from police and first responders, there are others that may see the "notation of diagnosis" or identifier symbol on an individual's ID. Identification is shown to many people, including those at stores, restaurants, nightclubs, and hotels. Some stores even scan IDs when "proofing", essentially compiling a database of the information contained in license barcodes. Some feel that individuals could be targeted for discrimination, harassment, exploitation or abuse by corporations, employers, ablests or other unsavory individuals.
For those who do not want the identifier on their license, these reforms may do little. If an individual without the voluntary "identifier" advises police they are disabled, will they be accommodated according to said guidelines? For those with the identifier, these changes are only as good as those who implement them. Will the guidelines and training be designed to actually accommodate or, be just another hollow disability regulation, created by oblivious abled politicians.
Will police abide by the guidelines? Body cams were implemented to prevent misconduct and create accountability. However, frequent claims by police that cameras "fell off", leave many feeling they were intentionally removed to obviate the recording of their transgressions. Will a symbol on a driver's license prevent such unnecessary harm to the disabled? Colorado's designator law passed two years ago but, another murder of someone with invisible disabilities occurred last fall. The individual, experiencing an obvious mental health crisis, called for police assistance after becoming stranded and, was ultimately shot. The many recurring incidences may cause anyone to ask; is the motto to "serve and protect", or to harm and kill?
In part two, I will focus on the people with invisible disabilities, autism, mental health challenges and hearing impairment, that were harmed or murdered by police and first responders. Unfortunately, we cannot ask many of those individuals if they feel a symbol on their license would've changed anything. With all the people that have been lost unnecessarily, this is no longer a #DisabilityCommunity issue – It's something everyone should be standing against.
OutOfExile_IDR ™ – © 2023
Identification card from IDA: https://invisibledisabilities.org/national-disability-id/national-disability-id-card/
For more on "National Disability Identification" (NDID): http://www.ndid.help/
NJ S761 bill: https://legiscan.com/NJ/bill/S761/2022
Alaska disability designator – GOVERNMENT SITE: https://doa.alaska.gov/dmv/akol/designator.htm
Utah's list of "examples of disabilities" –GOVERNMENT SITE: https://dld.utah.gov/invisible-condition/
Federal Bill – US HB-7217: https://legiscan.com/US/bill/HB7217/2021
"Invisible Man" image by Nangreenly: https://pixabay.com/users/nangreenly-10829698/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=image&utm_content=3843385
#disability #DisabilityRights #equality #change #InvisibleDisabilityRights #NationalDisabilityID #InvisibleDisabilitiesAssociation #accommodation #understanding #DisabilityCommunity #SpeakUp4Change #DisabilitySolidarity #ActuallyAutistic #TBI #HearingImpairment #aphasia #OCD #MentalHealth #decency #respect #dignity #humanity #SocialJustice #EndAbleism #stigmatude #TearDownTheWall
@actuallyautistics
@actuallyautistic @disabilityjustice @disability
#MicroPlastics are something that I worry about. As #persistent and #evasive as they are, I wonder about the effects that they have on everything.
I’m a guy who ,aside from #BadMemory, was in pretty good physical shape up until just a few years ago. The worst effects of #TBI did not present themselves for more than two decades since the injury.
With that in mind, I often ask myself if my condition could have been exaggerated by outside influences- such as micro plastics
#TraumaticBrainInjury may lead to unique form of #depression - UPI.com
https://www.upi.com/Health_News/2023/07/10/depression-brain-injury/8251688999428/
Effect of recombinant erythropoietin after moderate-to-severe traumatic brain injury:
💉🩸 use of EPO vs placebo in patients with #TBI treated in #ICU did not improve overall very long-term outcomes or QoL, but uncertainty remains, as limited sample size makes it difficult to make the final conclusions: further studies are needed.
Free to read #FOAMcc on @ICM
🖇️ https://rdcu.be/dgjia
I used to be a fan of #90s #music. It was my go to period. Whether it was #RnB #Rock #Dance #Country #Pop or #WorldMusic, if it had a beat, I probably learned something new to enjoy almost every week, since I was in the service.
#NineInchNails was high on my list- I new this song!
I went through a change of identity after a #TBI. But, before I realized what was wrong, #JohnnyCash came out with this.
I can’t tell you how I dwelled.
This cuts 😭
Another friend recently told me that they think I’m mysterious.
I hear that a lot.
But this is also me- spilling my guts.
I guess I’m both.
People also tend to think that I’m the same person who I used to be.
There is where the worst part of living with #InvisibleDisabilities is, for me.
I’m an #amnesiac. I don’t remember so much and perceive everything so differently, that I can’t imagine enjoying some of the things I loved.
I can’t even stomach many once-favorite foods
"10 year Boy with Down Syndrome Assaulted by Bus Driver - Abuse of Students with Invisible Disabilities by Educators"
⚠️ CW - Stories on mistreatment and abuse of students with invisible disabilities in schools across the country. May be disturbing to some.
Yesterday, a bus driver for the Upper Darby school district in Pennsylvania, was charged with assault, unlawful restraint, false imprisonment, and endangering the welfare of a child.
Juliet Pratt was captured on surveillance cameras, duct taping the a student with Downs Syndrome around the ankles and chest to restrain him. The footage also show the child, who was already in a safety harness, caused no disturbance and remained in his seat. Regardless, nothing warrants this kind of abusive behavior to people with invisible disabilities, especially by someone involved in child education. The March 8th incident was not the only. The bus driver admitted doing this appalling act to the child, at least one other time. Pratt cut the tape restraints with a seat belt cutter to free the boy upon arrival at the school.
There seems to be no mention of charges related to disability protectections in news reports. Has she done this to others? Would she have done this if the child did not have a disability? If Ms. Pratt singled the child out for this treatment because of any disability related reason, (ie - thinking she could get away with it because of the boy's DS), authorities may want to consider this an ableist hate crime.
Unfortunately, this problem is not uncommon. In some places, the techniques used are legal, bringing harm to many students with invisible disabilities. In Virginia, a 10 year old autistic boy, had the "bones in his hand and foot crushed" by an educator. The injuries were caused by a staff member who was isolating and confining the child, in what was called the "scream room".
Many reports of similar abuses have surfaced in Connecticut schools as well. In one case, a second grader with ADHD was held down, and locked in confinement after a manifestation of symptoms. Aside from the mental and emotional wounds caused, just as in many other cases, the child suffered physically injury. According to the story linked below, students have been restrained and isolated "thousands of times causing dozens of injuries" in Connecticut schools. This hardly sounds like accommodation and community intergration.
Then, there's Xavier Hernandez, who died as a result if being held down and restained by multiple staff members at "Boulevard Heights" school for "students with disabilities" in Texas.
These are the people entrusted with the job of shaping young minds? What lesson does this type of behavior teach other students about interacting with people with invisible disabilities; that they should be restrained, isolated and subjected to physical and mental damage? Considering these, and many other such acts, it seems many educators could use a lesson on understanding and accommodation of persons with invisible disabilities.
© OutOfExile_IDR - Invisible Disability Rights
PA Bus Driver:
https://www.phillyvoice.com/school-bus-driver-duct-tape-upper-darby-student-delaware-county/
Boy with autism in Virginia:
https://www.propublica.org/article/schools-restraints-seclusions
Girl with ADHD and other abuse in Connecticut:
https://www.ctinsider.com/news/article/connecticut-schools-restraint-seclusion-injuries-17474991.php
Xavier Hernandez death from a disability standpoint:
https://neuroclastic.com/xavier-hernandez-fort-worth-autism-restraint-death/#content
Hernandez - Death by medication and restraint:
https://www.star-telegram.com/news/local/crossroads-lab/article253421369.html
Image courtesy of: https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/young-disabled-students-shackled-misbehaving-lawsuit-claims-n403421
#Education #ActuallyAutistic #ADHA #PTSD #CPSTD #ChildEducation #abuse #advocacy #disability #InvisibleDisability #TBI #InvisibleDisabilityRights #DownSyndrome #BrainInjury #EndAbleism #AbleistHateCrime #accommodation #CommunityIntergration #stigmatude #TearDownTheWall
#DOE #action #DepartmentOfEducation
I felt my PhD was a failure because the manuscript has been rejected over and over. Now it's open source.
My thesis is a combination of poetry about my experience with brain injury, and an analysis of how brain injury is represented in literature and medicine. It was co-supervised by English and Anatomy.
I share it in hopes it will find readers. That it will find the folks who can use it or connect with it.
#Brain #Writing #Poetry #Concussion #TBI #PhD
Was looking over one of the lists of domains I have registered, and saw one I have no memory of buying, but it's a good one! Thanks, Past Matt! #TBI
International Women’s Day Hero of Invisible Disability Rights – Elaine Wilson:
In celebration of International Women's Day, OutOfExile_IDR honors Elaine Wilson, champion of invisible disability rights and the Olmstead Act. It seems germane, as March is also Developmental Disabilities Month.
During Martin Luther King week, I posted about Lois Curtis, a champion for Invisible Disability Rights (link below). Lois, togather with another woman, Elaine Wilson, fought all the way to the US Supreme Court (SCOTUS) for the right to live in the community, rather than being institutionalized. Fighting courageously for their freedom, they won the right to freedom for all people with invisible disabilities. The case is often refered to as the “Brown v. Board of Education” for people with (Invisible) disabilities.
Excerpt below & image of Elaine from:
https://www.olmsteadrights.org/iamolmstead/history/
[“Elaine Wilson became seriously ill when she was one years old. She was hospitalized with a raging fever and it was unclear whether she would survive... When the fever finally broke and Elaine was …sent home, ….Elaine had lost some of her early motor function abilities, such as crawling or even sitting up by herself. The doctors assured Elaine's mother that (it) was only a lingering effect of the illness…. Elaine eventually did recover, but very slowly”.[]
In school, Elaine lagged behind other students having difficulties with focus and learning , eventually being diagnosed with an Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) attributed to the prolonged high fever as an infant. Likley, this was the correct diagnosis.
She was reevaluated as a teen upon enrollment at “Gracewood State School and Hospitol” in Georgia. There, she was diagnosed with an ableist slur containing the “R" word, once used in reference to PEOPLE living with Down Syndrome. Providers believed the only recourse was institutionalization. (I am bitting my tongue and holding back my opinions on the lot of it.)
She would spend about a decade living in institutions (State hospitals) against her will. Following that, in the 1980s, she would be “ping-ponged" from care homes to hospitals, back and forth for nearly two decades of her life.
“When I was in an institution, I didn't like myself," Elaine says. "I was trapped. . . . I had no hope. I thought, Oh God, Oh God - When am I ever going to leave here?"
Another hero deserving mention on IWD is Sue Jamieson, the Atlanta Legal Aid Society Attorney who brought the case. Sue and Lois Curtis were joined by co-plaintiff Elaine Wilson, to blaze the path of freedom for countless individuals with disabilities in their wake.
After more than 30 years and 36 psychiatric institutions, at times living homelessness and in varous “care homes", Elaine along with Lois Curtis, were victorious and finally free.
The 1997 ruling by Senior U.S. District Judge Marvin H. Shoob said that “… denying the women a community-based life amounted to segregation of people covered by the Americans With Disabilities Act.” Judge Shoob later remarked “They were both so articulate” in regard to the testimony of Elaine Wilson and Lois Curitis.
Elaine passed in 2004 at the age of 53 but, will be forever remembered as a Disability Rights Legend for her resilience, strength and courage. As part of her testimony, she told the court: “When I was in an institution, I felt like I was in a little box and there was no way out”.
Thanks to Elaine Wilson and Lois Curtis, people with invisible disabilities are afforded the right to live in freedom at home, instead of confinement in a “box", cage or institution, merely because of a health issue. Thanks and honor to Elaine, Lois and Sue on this International Women’s Day.
“The Brave and the Strong” Lois Curitis – OutOfExile_ID:
https://kolektiva.social/@OutOfExile_IDR_Voice/109690867328587920
Elaine’s story continued:
http://www.olmsteadrights.org/iamolmstead/history/item.5405-Elaine_Wilsons_Story_Continued
More on Olmstead and Elaine’s impact:
https://olmsteadrights.wordpress.com/tag/elaine-wilson/
More from disabilityjustice.org:
https://disabilityjustice.org/olmstead-v-lc/
ADA – Community Intergration for Everyone:
https://archive.ada.gov/olmstead/olmstead_about.htm
International Women’s Day Image from:
https://www.desicomments.com/womens-day/international-womens-day-5/
IMAGE CW - (eye contact)
Don't forget the ALT text.
#InternationalWomensDay #ElaineWilson #LoisCurtis #Hero #OlmsteadAct #SueJamieson #SCOTUS #freedom #home #gratitude #CommunityIntergration #DevelopmentalDisabilities #IntellectualDisabilities #BrainInjury #TBI #ABI #AcquiredBrainInjury #MentalHealth #disability #InvisibleDisabilityRights #Hero #DisabilityJustice #EmbraceEquity
Neurodivergent people have much to offer and should be included in policy and legislation discussions among other things. Different thinking brings new ideas for a broader, more enlightened view. Remember when the world was thought to be flat?
E.A.R.N. - The Employer Assistance and Resource Network on Disability Inclusion provides a "Toolkit" educating employers about Neurodivergent Thinkers and the unique value they bring. The guide linked below includes a lot of info encouraging the hiring and accommodation of neurodivergent individuals.
From the EARN page:
"In 2019, the Employer Roundtable published the “Autism @ Work Playbook” ...to help employers explore innovative approaches to finding, recruiting, hiring and supporting neurodivergent workers."
Thanks to EARN for their part in helping to #TearDownTheWall. Without #NeurodivergentThinking, there would be no light bulbs, spaceflight, or internet. There would be no Star Trek communicator to inspire the mobile phone. If one day, we can use our phones to say "beam me up", Neurodivergent Thinkers will likely "energize" that advancement as well.
Link to EARN's toolkit:
https://bit.ly/3QyN6aR
Image from this article discussing employers ND stigmatude:
https://www.theglobalrecruiter.com/neurodivergent-failure/
#neurodiversity #neurodivergence #OutsideTheBox #disability #inclusion #diversity #stigmatude
#accommodation #ActuallyAutistic #BrainInjury #TBI #dyslexia #EndAbleism #DisabilitySolidarity #NeurodivergentAndProud #InvisibleDisabilityRights
🎁 📰 #FreeRead | "[I]n many of our sports, delivering pain is a significant part of the whole undertaking. The harm has become the thing. #Suffering is the spectacle.
Nowhere is that more true than in slap fighting."
#slapfighting #violence #TBI #concussion #sports #martialism #sadism #voyuerism #breadandcircuses #TVRatings #Schadenfreude #disease #morbid #morbidity
AI is helping researchers choose among thousands of available #computational models of mechanical #stress on the #brain, #AI is yielding powerful new insight on #traumatic #brain injury. (#TBI)
#ArtificialIntelligence #Neuroscience #sflorg
https://www.sflorg.com/2023/03/ai03012301.html
lurker enjoying #pet pics
📍#lgbt married to #blackgirlmagic
📍gun violence & spousal #cancer #survivor
📍#phd #retired prof, believer in #science & #research
📍#genX #caregiver for two parents at once*
📍#cemetery #taphophile #genealogy
📍#photography noob, #astronomy
📍#organic #garden, #herbs #mushrooms
📍#CatMom, sloppy ethical #vegetarian
📍#AbandonedPlaces #urbex #bridges #lighthouses
📍#cyclist on hiatus (see *), #bicycle advocate
* #eldercare #ParkinsonsDisease #dementia
#TBI #CHF #COPD #VascularDementia
@BlackAzizAnansi ... the son had tried to commit suicide 2 weeks later because he had become so overwhelmed with not being able to do the same rigor of coursework as prior to the #TBI. Dad was pissed because the online school wasn't being flexible with coursework requirements with his son in the hospital. I called the principal directly, told her how the situation fell squarely on her shoulders for ignoring best #education practices. I then immediately quit the job. 2/2
A social experiment.
👇 👇
The results are in and somewhat sad.
I did a social experiment last night: "Rolos vs IDR - Invisible Disability Rights."
I posted two pieces and the above "social experiment" toot simultaneously so they would appear on the timeline together. Links to both are below.
The score was:
Rolos 9 - IDR 1
The response for Rolo included favoring, boosting and two comments from the same Mastodonian that seemed to want to give a lesson on geometry in reference to the shape of Rolos.
Only one responce for IDR, a single boost. Thanks Jack. :solidarity:
Social change comes with support from all, abled and disabled individuals alike. As long as candy takes precedence over the abuse, mistreatment, exclusion and inequality of human beings, the future looks bleak for persons with invisible disabilities. Experiment failure.
Invisible Disability Rights are #HumanRights and #DisabilityIsDiversity
Heinous abuse of people with invisible disabilities by humanity (cw):
https://kolektiva.social/@OutOfExile_IDR_Voice/109549519506159425
Rolos candy:
https://kolektiva.social/@OutOfExile_IDR_Voice/109674897422321516
#equality #change #amplify #inclusion #support #listen #EndBigotry #EndAbleism #disability #MentalHealth #DevelopmentalDisabilities #IntellectualDisabilities #TBI
#DisabilitySolidarity #Love4All #DisabilityCommunity #InvisibleDisabilityRights #Legend #LoisCurtis #ElaineWilson #OlmsteadDecision #heros
@autisticadvocacy @disabilityjustice @disability
Image courtesy of psu.com
A social experiment.
👇 👇
The results are in and somewhat sad.
I did a social experiment last night: "Rolos vs IDR - Invisible Disability Rights."
I posted two pieces and the above "social experiment" toot simultaneously so they would appear on the timeline together. Links to both are below.
The score was:
Rolos 9 - IDR 1
The response for Rolo included favoring, boosting and two comments from the same Mastodonian that seemed to want to give a lesson on geometry in reference to the shape of Rolos.
Only one responce for IDR, a single boost. Thanks Jack. :solidarity:
Social change comes with support from all, abled and disabled individuals alike. As long as candy takes precedence over the abuse, mistreatment, exclusion and inequality of human beings, the future looks bleak for persons with invisible disabilities. Experiment failure.
Invisible Disability Rights are #HumanRights and #DisabilityIsDiversity
Heinous abuse of people with invisible disabilities by humanity (cw):
https://kolektiva.social/@OutOfExile_IDR_Voice/109549519506159425
Rolos candy:
https://kolektiva.social/@OutOfExile_IDR_Voice/109674897422321516
#equality #change #amplify #inclusion #support #listen #EndBigotry #EndAbleism #disability #MentalHealth #DevelopmentalDisabilities #IntellectualDisabilities #TBI
#DisabilitySolidarity #Love4All #DisabilityCommunity #InvisibleDisabilityRights #Legend #LoisCurtis #ElaineWilson #OlmsteadDecision #heros
@autisticadvocacy @disabilityjustice @disability
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Your wisdom and opinions here are greatly appreciated. The oppression of POC was, and is an ongoing plague on society. MLK and his wisdoms have always inspired and fueled my fight for Invisible Disability Rights (IDR) as well.
To paraphrase your statement, I feel it is equally important to:
"listen to the (disabled) community, uplift their voices, celebrate their achievements, and lend support in the ongoing fight for (disability) justice and equality.
Below are two articles. One about oppression and one about a great achievement from a black woman who is a hero to people with invisible disabilities. Lois Curtis' landmark SCOTUS case is touted as the "Brown vs Board Education" for persons with invisible disabilities yet, so few know who she is and fail to honor her for what she did.
Two of my favorites from MLK:
“The ultimate tragedy is not the oppression and cruelty by the bad people but the silence over that by the good people.”
― Martin Luther King Jr.
He who passively accepts evil is as much involved in it as he who helps to perpetrate it,” King said. “He who accepts evil without protesting against it is really cooperating with it. - Martin Luther King Jr.
Oppression:
https://kolektiva.social/@OutOfExile_IDR_Voice/109549519506159425
Achievement of Lois Curtis:
https://kolektiva.social/@OutOfExile_IDR_Voice/109690867328587920
#equality #change #amplify #inclusion #support #listen #BLM #EndBigotry #EndAbleism #disability #MentalHealth #DevelopmentalDisabilities #IntellectualDisabilities #TBI
#DisabilitySolidarity #Love4All #DisabilityCommunity #InvisibleDisabilityRights #Legend #LoisCurtis #MLK #ElaineWilson #OlmsteadDecision #JohnLewis MartinLutherKingJr #heros
I am not doing well physically today and a bit mixed up. Apologies in advance if I can't speak proper or make sense funny. Sometimes TBI shows ass years latwe. Am okay just mixed up #tbi #disabled #immunocompromised
Glenn Healy says NHL Alumni Association ‘all-in’ on cannabis research
NHL Alumni Association Teams Up With Canopy Growth to Research Concussions and Cannabinoids
New study led by NEEKA Health Canada will test if CBD-based therapies can reduce the severity of post-concussion brain disorders in former NHL players
https://www.sportsnet.ca/hockey/nhl/marijuana-use-players-story/
#NHL #ConcussionAwareness #concussion #cannabis #TBI #hockey #GoBowls #GlennHealy #CannabisResearch #NaturesPharmaceutical
#Job alert!
Interested in working with top scientists in a vibrant environment? Then join us at MRRI! We are looking for an Institute Scientist with expertise in traumatic brain injury.
For more info about the post and application process, visit:
https://mrri.org/job-opportunities/#istbi
#science #ScienceCareers #neuroscience #neuro #sciencemastodon #research #JobOpportunities #Jobs #TBI #neurorehabilitation #rehabilitation
“Cannabis, Alzheimers, TBI and Invisible Disability"
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Cannabis can still be a controversial topic. The medical benefits for those with physical and invisible disabilities are no secret. People with Invisible disabilities, such as brain injury and PTSD, can be afforded great relief from symptoms by the flower.
Israeli Dr. Raphael Mechoulam, is a well known cannabis research pioneer who has been studying the plant for decades. Read about some of his work in the link below.
Other Research indicates that individuals living with Alzheimers and Dementia may also benefit with less risk and damaging effects than other drugs currently used.
Findings from another Israeli Researcher, Dedi Meiri, argue that there may be benefits to these individuals as well.
"There is a large and growing body of anecdotal accounts of the efficacy of cannabis for treating the symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. The shortcomings ... life-threatening dangers...with... frequently prescribed pharmaceutical treatments... makes cannabis a particularly compelling option – especially considering its solid safety profile."
Even more research from the National Library of Medicine (PubMed.gov), speaks about the neuroprotectant antioxidant qualities of the herb. The PubMed link below contains several links to other studies on cannabis and it’s benefits for people with disabilities.
The human body is said to have CBD receptors "built" in. I am neither condoning, nor condemning the use of “Natures Pharmaceutical"; nor am I suggesting it's use. I am merely presenting medical findings.
According to laws in many places amidst these findings, the jury is still out on the subject.
MedGov:
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/10863546/
Dr. Mechoulam:
https://www.nbcnews.com/tech/innovation/cannabis-research-pioneer-hopes-latest-discovery-not-overlooked-again-n1059116
NHL alum study on concussion and Cannabis:
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/nhl-alumni-association-teams-up-with-canopy-growth-to-research-concussions-and-cannabinoids-300805451.html
On regeneration and prevention ofAlzheimers:
https://www.cryptosavvy.com/2018/09/cannabis-regenerate-aging-brain-dementia.html
On reversing aging:
https://dailyhealthpost.com/cannabis-reverses-aging-processes-in-the-brain/
Image courtesy of:
https://merryjane.com/culture/heres-how-scientists-think-cannabis-can-repair-brain-cells-and-improve-memory
#RaphaelMechoulam #CannabisResearch #Pain #Relief #neuroprotectant #antioxidant #InvisibleDisability #disability #MentalHealth #anxiety #CBD #CbdReceptors #THC #TBI #alzheimers #PTSD #BrainInjury #SpineInjury #cannabis #flower #herb #Truth #KanehBosem #biblical #pot #TheDevilsParsley #ganja #NaturesPharmaceutical #InvisibleDisabilityRights
#HashtagsNobodyWillEverSearch
Originally posted Dec 04, 2022, 02:15 by OutOfExile_IDR
"Ableist Slurs"
What is a slur? What is an ableist slur? Is the consideration of a slur at the at the discretion of the speaker, the recipient or a third party?
Websters defines a slur as:
slur: [noun] an insulting or disparaging remark or innuendo : aspersion. a shaming or degrading effect : stain, stigma.
Lizzo's song GRRRLZ, brought outrage by many for her use of the word "sp*z" in the opening stanza. After the outcry, Lizzo changed the lyric.
Weeks later, Beyonce’ also found public disapproval because of her song “Heated”, which contained a disparaging term about a form of cerebral palsy know as spastic diplegia. She also apologized and made the nessesary correction. It’s nice to see some people own, and make amends for their mistakes.
Last week I posted the following:
“Simply put:
Ableism is to disability, as Racism is to Race.
Slurs of any kind are unacceptable and have no place in society.”
In regard to racial slurs but, considering ableism:
J. Alan HartSouthworth, a diversity and inclusion consultant in Potomac, Maryland: (said)
“The definition of a “racial slur” is rather vague. I would think that if anyone says anything that negatively impacts or speaks negatively about another group, (WHETHER OR NOT a “racial slur”) that it should not be tolerated.
Since there is not official list of “racial slurs,” it has to be based on interpretation by the people who can hear the word(s) – whether that is the ‘target’ group or bystanders. …but if it is defined as a ‘statement that is divisive, contentious, disruptive or in some way does harm,” ….
It is a slur, to finish this person’s statement myself.
I have had many of the standard issue ableist slurs hurled at my soul countless times including: “freak", “nutjob", “fruitcake", "weirdo", “dumbass" and the far too common, and seeminly accepted word, “crazy".
A few unorthodox things I’ve been stabbed in the heart with include: being told by a former friend that he does "not want to hear what comes out of" my "twisted little brain", after I gave my opinion. Medical imagery actually shows my neck, spine and brain are slightly askew. How very thoughtful some friends are.
The most memorable (or hardest to forget) slur was, “F#¿&ing psychotic psycho b!#¿h". This one seemed to be a favorite of the neighbor that I did nothing to, except live next door, request to be left alone and apparently, continue to breathe.
Just last week, a thread was discussing how pleasant and interesting everyone on Mastodon is. One participant on c.im, a former teacher (according to the profile), commented how interesting people on Mastodon are and added:
“Interesting in a good way. Not the Ummm...He's Crazy, But I'm Going to Pretend I'm Polite”.
This person had another post complaining about a limited amount of “special education" teachers. “Special" is also considered an ableist term by many people living with invisible disabilities as well. Shaping young minds with archaic attitudes of ignorance, how wonderful. Needless to say, I did not find that conversation very interesting or pleasant.
So what do you think? Are words like “crazy" and “freak" a slur when used in a derogatory way and directed at persons with invisible disabilities? I asked 25 people with invisible disabilities today and all ageed, these are slurs. Should the government draft legislation regarding ableist slurs to include the disabled community, which makes up 26% of the US population? Who should decide what an ableist slur is… the masses, the government or the victims of this kind of hate speech?
What do I think? Try one on me or any disabled person within earshot and find out. Think before you use words that can wound. A consideration we can all learn from.
#stigmatude #disabilities #slurs #InvisibleDisability #ableism #EndAbleism #BrainInjury #ActuallyAutistic #MentalHealth #CerebralPalsy #TBI #ABI #InvisibleDisabilityRights #change #DisabilitySolidarity #equality
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That's me, cis white male right in the middle of #GenerationJones, 1954-1965. Scrape my brain for pop culture of the era.
#undiagnosed
#neurodivergent
#cPTSD
#ADHD
#autism
#TBI
I am so sick of seeing people try to defend Elon Musk's toxic behavior by pointing to his autism.
Let me be clear as someone with cerebral palsy and ADHD: Autism/neurodivergence/disability is never an excuse for malicious actions. Plenty of people are autistic without being assholes.
#disability #disabled #neurodivergent #neurodiversity #autistic #autism #CerebralPalsy #SpinaBifida #TBI #dementia #SpinalCordInjury #ToxicMasculinity #ElonMusk #Elon #Twitter #BirdSite #SocialMedia
"Ridge Home for Mental Defectives"
[⚠️ CW: Historically, the treatment of people with invisible disabilities by institutions, policies and society, has often been inhumane. Examples cited in this piece, though not gory, may be unsettling to some.]
"Ridge Home for Mental Defectives – Are You a Mental Defective?":
Do I belong in a cage because I have invisible disabilities (IDs)? Should I be abused under the guise of “caretaking" that I do not require? Should I be jailed, even if I did not commit a crime, soley because I live with #TBI, am #ActuallyAutistic and have other #InvisibleDisabilities. Do I belong locked away from sunshine and society? Am I mentally incompetent or a “Mental Defective”? That’s exactly what so many others with invisible disabilities were categorized as, and subjected to, in a part of Colorado's dark history.
“The Ridge State Home and Training Center for Mental Defectives ”, and some state laws that still existed in just the last decade, are only two examples of some of the barbaric practices. Some of the articles linked below even demonstrate #stigmatude with use of words like “inmates" and the mental “R" slur. People with downs syndrome are not the “R" word and those with invisible disabilities and mental health chalenges, are not defectictives.
Did you know, if you were having a mental health crisis, that you could be jailed in Colorado if there was no room in medical facilities? That law was recently changed and funding from cannabis tax revenues was redirected for that purpose but, in some places, it still occurs. Colorado law gives officials 28 days to get people with such experience proper treatment and placement but, in some cases people with invisible disabilities spent six months incarcerated without even an evaluation. Is it any wonder that many do not want to ask for help?
So, what about the home for “Mental Defectives ”? My blood boils and I cringe everytime I hear that name… “Mental Defective", as if we are a broken toy or a factory second. We are people with health issues just like someone with cancer or diabetes. What if your loved one was locked away because they had #covid?
In 1909, Colorado chose 310 acres just west of Arvada to establish the “Ridge State Home and Training Center for Mental Defectives”. The wording in the “Golden History” link below refers to residents as “inmates" and cites the first such “inmate” arrived in July, 1912. By 1936, the Ridge Home’s capacity of 300 was already at 260 people with IDs, many of which, were “exiled” and abandoned by their own families.
I will surely expend my generous character limit if I give all of my thoughts, so I will give just a few of the low-lights.
The 1937 newspaper headline in the image below claimed that “Everyone”s Happy at Ridge Home for Mental Defectives". This propaganda is easily refuted by many accounts of actual occurrences at Colorado’s “prison” for people with ID and Mental Illnesses.
Aside from residents being forced to work on the “Ridge farm”, other abuses and atrocities were common. One employee was charged with crimes of abuse against multiple residents after he bragged about his deplorable actions to friends. The only means of release was by transfer to relative’s homes, to the so called “asylum” in Pueblo or death.
In the 1940s, the facility practiced “forced sterilization” of people with invisible disabilities, which some feel was a attempt at a form of genocide.
In the 50s, stories of underfunding, overcrowding and abuse began to surface. One administrator was quoted in a news article saying that many held captive in “Ridge” were “much too competent” to be in the home but, laws and family abandonment kept them there.
In the 1970s, fire safety issues, cracked walls and foundation caused part of the facility to be closed by order of the state. There were no proper fire exit routes, and not even a single fire escape. In the 80s reports of neglect allegedly due to funding and staffing problems came to light.
As recently as the 1980s, “time outs” for those with behavioral issues resulted in some being put in cages. One report cites a child was caged for nine month with only a bucket and a mattress. Others were said to be packed in wet sheets and ice for acting up. Does that sound like treatment that will improve mental health, or torture that would make matters worse?
From Denver ABC 7:
“They were so mistreated. It just wasn’t right,” said Rhonda Sherill, who said she worked at Ridge in the 1980s. “Some of them would be put in what they call time out, which was basically a cage they would put him in until they weren’t combative.”
Eventually, this “section of hell" disguised as a medical facility was closed and sat abandon for years. Now, mostly demolished, “Ridge Home and Training Center for Mental Defectives” is the site of apartments and shops.
I personally would rather be homeless and not shop than to step one foot on those grounds. One can only imagine the horrors that these individuals must have lived but, one thing is apparent: Everyone was not happy at "Ridge Home for Mental Defectives."
Sadly, despite these changes, there is still much work to be done in bringing people living with invisible disabilities and mental illness “out of exile".
OutOfExile_IDR © 2022
https://history.denverlibrary.org/news/spooky-history-arvadas-ridge-home
https://disabilitylawco.org/mental-illness-protection-and-advocacy-program
https://www.mentalhealthcolorado.org/colorado-jails-wont-used-hold-mentally-ill/
https://www.asylumprojects.org/index.php?title=State_Home_and_Training_School_for_Mental_Defectives
Golden History - 303-278-3557:
https://www.goldenhistory.org/places/ridge-home/
Pictures:
http://www.coloradoaerialphoto.com/pow.cgi?POW_ID=63
#stigmatude #MentalHealth #MedicalIndustry #abuse #advocacy #disabilities #InvisibleDisability #colorado #InvisibleDisabilityRights #evil #DarkHistory #DownSyndrome #MentalDefectives #BrainInjury #HashtagsNobodyWillEverSearch
I have current research in #CochlearImplant, #TBI, #NoiseInduced #HearingLoss in an #ovine model, #Encephalocele repair, and otic organoids, and I have recent publications in #Stapedectomy/ #Stapedotomy, #VestibularSchwannoma/ #AcousticNeuroma, #LabyrinthitisOssificans, #Tympanoplasty, #COVID, and #ResidentEducation. I’ve been known to do my own #MedicalIllustration and stats for publications, too. 2/3
10 small things …
I finally dragged myself to do grocery shopping today.
It took FOUR Hours.
After all the product decisions, lights, noise, screaming little ones and overwhelming, over-stimulation.. I’m a puddle, in a glass, that got knocked over on the the floor. I feel like a stain on the rug. Oh yeah, I still have to put all the groceries away.
“The act of cooking or doing groceries are both exhausting.” (Evie)
It’s not unusual for people with #BrainInjury and other #InvisibleDisabilities to dislike, and be taxed greatly, by daily tasks. Evie’s piece: “10 Small Things You Can Do to Help Someone with a Brain Injury ”, is a concise, easy reading jem. This is a must for anyone interested in understand and accommodating people that live with (ID) invisible disabilities. It’s worth two minute to read, don’t you think?
As one living the subject matter, I find Evie’s list to be the perfect glimpse for those “looking in”. So many, are unaware that even little things can exacerbate a person with IDs. From where to sit in a room, to being asked “how are you doing “, Evie has great wisdom on accommodation.
For me at times, bright light is like kryptonite with a migrane. Shrilly sounds... and even the “buzz" of shoppers in the background, weakens my battery and bends up the spoons.
The brain is a powerful force that controls our breathing, movement, emotion and thinking. Like any other “muscle”, it wears down and needs rest. This is also true for the brains of individuals with many types of invisible disabilities. Better understanding and accommodation go hand in hand.
Evie offers her insight in:
“10 Things…”:
https://refindingnormal.com/en/2017/09/24/help-someone-brain-injury/
Check out Evie’s others great writing on living with brain injury here:
https://refindingnormal.com/en/author/evievans/
Don't forget about the ALT text.
#DisabilitySolidarity :solidarity: #TBI #ChronicIllness #spoonies #pain #LongCovid #fibromyalgia #fatigue #CrossDisabilitySupport #care #ActuallyAutistic #BrainInjury #inclusion #InvisibleDisabilityRights #understanding #inclusion #love
OutOfExile_IDR - § Focus:
@OutOfExile_IDR@disabled.social OutOfExile_IDR - § Deux:
@OutOfExile_IDR@neurodifferent.me
Hashtag Intro.
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The Proverbial list Evolved:
#InvisibleDisabilityRights #IDR
#LandBack #Indigenous Kahnawá:ke Nia:wen kowa
Behind and beside: #CivilRights #MentalHealth #EndRacism #LGBTQIA #BLM #WomenRights #EqualPay #StopViolence #StopAsianHate #POC Eater of clean foods Anti-AntiSemitic #EndBigotry for #everyone
#BeYou #BeKind #BePatient
#UnityConquers #TearDownTheWall union.place :solidarity:
Focus: :ir:
#DisabilitySolidarity #DisabledCommunity #EndAbleism #StopAbleistHate #DisabilityAdvocacy #passionate #DisabledVoicesUnite #CrossDisabilitySupport #inclusion #ListeningEar #Here4All #NeurodivergentThinking #neurodiversity
#ConcussionAwareness #TBI #ABI #AnoxicBrainInjury #BrainInjury #SpineInjury #fibromyalgia #LimbDifference #ActuallyAutisic #OrthopedicDisabilities #SticksAndStones #BrokenBones #NaturesPharmaceutical #DisabilityAcceptance #EndAbleistHateCrime #StopAbleistSlurs #DisabilityEconomicJustice #CripTheVote #DisabilityLobby #HumanInterest #NonPartisan #research #Education #Knowledge
#UnityConquers #TearDownTheWall
:solidarity:
Un peu de moi?
Je ne parle pas couramment Français. I like using #HashtagsNobodyWillEverSearch
#FilmMaking #Writing #poetry
Ex-#musician #Songwriter Passé
💐⚘🌺🏵 #GardenCreator extraordinaire. #FlowerGardens #PhotorealisticImagination
Et Bien plus encore.
🙏, ✌️, 💛, :solidarity: #accommodation for "👥🫂👤" with #InvisibleDisabilities
Just like many of us, this list is incomplete and still evolving. (he, him)
Please read the ALT text.
@DisabledInSTEM
Did you know? #Microsoft has a support line just for Persons with disabilities. It can be very helpful for people that have limitations with written communication.
The #helpline is only for persons with disabilities or, help with accessibility accessories. They seem to be working to #EndAbleism in this regard. The response time is not too bad either. What's the longest that you've waited on hold.
The number is: (800) 936-5900
#MicrosoftAccessibility constantly seems to be developing innovation, with the #DisabilityCommunity in mind. Thier #accessability page is user friendly, dividing links by #DisabilityAccessories and need. Tools for people with mobility, visual and hearing impairments, are only a small part.
Among the many disability-specific links, are pages to assist those with #InvisibleDisabilities. #Neurodivergence and #MentalHealth pages, along with some #DisabilityGaming accessories game changers. Limb Difference accessories for Xbox, well... Guess who could be a gamer with EA #NHL, again. #GoBolts
Thanks for thinking of, and accommodating our community MS. Other companies that just fire their Accessability Team, could learn from your example.
Microsoft #DisabilityOnly Tech Support Helpline - (800) 936-5900
#Neurodivergence:
https://support.microsoft.com/topic/accessibility-tools-for-neurodiversity-6dbd8065-b543-4cf8-bdfb-7c84d9e8f74a
#LimbDifference Gaming!:
https://www.xbox.com/en-US/community/for-everyone/accessibility
#MentalHealth:
https://support.microsoft.com/topic/accessibility-tools-for-mental-health-76629671-3fc3-4f06-bf65-7ee02d03f540
MS Accessability Home:
https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/accessibility/
I have so many favorites:
#Microsoft #mobiliy #LimbDifference #disabilities #TBI #InvisibleDisabilityRights #PSTD #ActuallyAutistic #tech #DisabilitySolidarity #GamingAccessories #TechSupport
1of?
#Ableism and Division Within the #DisabilityCommunity
People often confide in me for some reason. I have also recieved many compliments from OUR visually impaired #community regarding my descriptive ALT text.
This saddens me:
Anon:
"...someone was trying to explain that (they) can’t do Alt codes because it’s too hard for xxx #disability and the reception wasn’t good.
...There’s other stuff. Some instances are that bad?"
Please be sure to read the ALT text and also to consider the journey of others.
#DisabilitySolidarity #TBI #love #care #ActuallyAutistic #logorrhea #BrainInjury #inclusion #VisualImpairment #AltText
#InvisibleDisabilityRights #CapitalizeEveryWordInAltTextSoSceenReadersCanHelpToIncludeOthers #querencia
@disability
@disabilityjustice @autisticadvocacy
Can we all just acknowledge that "exercise is good for you" is the biggest freaking scam?
Exercise is how I got my traumatic brain injury.
Exercise is why my right knee is on fire.
Exercise exacerbates Long Covid.
Friends don't let friends get off the couch.
Ow, my knee.
I also have #MCAS and #Mastocytosis #gastroparesis #tbi #SPD and more but my brain is total mush currently.
Slight late #intro...
Not quite #firstpost, that was the cat which probably tells you all you need to know really.
UK based #ultrarunner, used to do #ironman but not a great swimmer and enjoyed running more.
Still occasionally affected by a #TBI from a freak cycling accident.
Also a huge #nerd, I have many 90% finished projects. Lots of #raspberrypi , lots of #arduino, lots of #NRF I try to blog about these when I can.
Plans for 2023: Crawley24hr, GUCR, A100