How can i better understand what people with disabilities are going through?
ConallBranagin
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Dec 7, 2015
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Ask them, please do not assume you know. Everyone deal with pain differently, everyone experiences things differently. Disabilities are varied and no two people are the same in how they react or what they are going through.
Anonymous
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Dec 26, 2015
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Honestly, unless you have any disabilitiy you would know what they are going through but the internet is a great resource and also working with people who have disabilitiy is great.
RhinocerosWings
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Aug 8, 2016
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By speaking with them. there are a couple of great resources here: in the Forum, there's a section on Chronic Pain and Illness, and a section on Disabilities. And there's a Group Support Chat room for Disability Support. Or if you know anybody in your life with a disability, speak with them. I think it's commendable that you want to better understand what people with disabilities are going through.
Anonymous
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Aug 11, 2016
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Communication is key, be an ear for the person who is struggling. it is difficult to understand but what really counts is the support and care you offer to them.
freefromworries
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Nov 1, 2016
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First off, it's a good start to be interested in such a topic. But the truth is, you'll never really know unless you yourself have a disability, and even then, everyone experiences life differently. While you can do research online, the best thing to look for would be personal accounts, or talking to people who know who would be willing to share.
Anonymous
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Nov 3, 2016
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Listen and learn. Don't interrupt, don't be dismissive, don't try to pop in with advice. Just. Listen.
ElephantTiger1
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May 2, 2017
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I think that the best tip that I can give you to help you understand what people with disabilities are going through is to ask them; if you know someone with a disability, ask them how they are going, help them if they need, be there for them. People with disabilities often feel isolated so include them and be there for them through everything, the good and the bad.
Havingfuninthesnow
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Mar 1, 2018
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By asking them how you can help and search stuff on the web.
gracefulHeart76
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Aug 13, 2018
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Talk to them, ask questions and be open to the answers they have. Disability is a very personal thing and it is unique for everyone. You will never know what someone is experiencing unless you ask.
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