Meet David Hello there. My name is David, I am 25 and live in a small village in the Scottish Highlands, right on the shores of Loch Ness. I grew up here with my parents and little sister and in January last year, (very good timing considering what was about to hit us) I got [...]
Category: Raising Awareness
The Reality of Cystic Fibrosis – Guest Post by Lucy
Meet Lucy I’m Lucy, I’m 27 and I’m from Newport in South Wales. Cystic Fibrosis I have a genetic condition called Cystic Fibrosis and CFRD (Cystic Fibrosis Related Diabetes). But I also suffer with other little minor illnesses from having Cystic Fibrosis. The gene in my DNA which is affected by CF controls the movement [...]
The Reality of Kyphosis and Scoliosis – Guest Post by Jamie
Content warning – this post briefly mentions blood, and discusses some surgical procedures. 'The Reality Of…' is a series with the aim to raise awareness of disabilities, illnesses, impairments, etc. Also, educating others about the barriers that disabled people and carers face. I hope this series helps to break down misconceptions and stigma. Life doesn’t [...]
The Reality of Cauda Equina Syndrome – Guest Post by Sean
*Content warning - this guest post briefly talks about self-harm, suicide ideation, a specific method of attempting suicide and assisted suicide. 'The Reality Of…' is a series with the aim to raise awareness of disabilities, illnesses, impairments, etc. Also, educating others about the barriers that disabled people and carers face. I hope this series helps [...]
The Reality of Retinopathy of Prematurity & A Positive Experience in Education – Guest Post by Macy
*Links provided below are not commissioned, this means if you decide to purchase a book(s) via the link marked with * I will not receive any commission. The Reality Of…” is a series with the aim to raise awareness of disabilities, illnesses, impairments, etc. Also, educating others about the barriers that disabled people and carers [...]
The Reality of Chronic Pain – Guest Post by Georgina
“The Reality Of…” is a series with the aim to raise awareness of disabilities, illnesses, impairments, etc. Also, educating others about the barriers that disabled people and carers face. I hope this series helps to break down misconceptions and stigma. Life doesn't have to stop when you have a disability. Meet Georgina! Hello! I’m Georgina [...]
The Reality of Functional Neurological Disorder – Guest Post by Alison
Alison's guest post is the 53rd post in the segment on my blog, called “The Reality Of…” which gives others a platform to share their story and raise awareness of the disabilities, illnesses, impairments and invisible illnesses that they have. Meet Alison Hi, I’m Alison Hayes, and I’m from Union Beach, New Jersey, USA. My [...]
The Reality of Cerebral Palsy, Hydrocephalus & 4 Vision Impairments – Guest Post by Katherine
Katherine's guest post is the 52nd post in the segment on my blog, called “The Reality Of…” which gives others the ability to share their story and raise awareness of the disabilities, illnesses, impairments and invisible illnesses that they have. Meet Katherine Hi, I'm Katherine, I’m 38 and I was born in Kingston upon Thames [...]
The Reality of Periodic Paralysis & IBS – Guest Post by Morgan
Morgan's guest post is the 51st post in the segment on my blog, called “The Reality Of…” which gives others the ability to share their story and raise awareness of the disabilities, illnesses, impairments and invisible illnesses that they have. Meet Morgan! Hi! My name is Morgan, I am 24 and I am from Charlotte, [...]
