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The need for more exacting nomenclature regarding autism spectrum disorders
Although it is regrettable that some people are triggered by reasonable terminology, no one should have the power to censor language to exclude the observable realities of autism. Scientists and advocates need a full semantic toolbox to describe what is … Continue reading
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Neurological disorders and lung capacity
It has been discussed that most people with neurological disorders are also at higher risk for COVID complications due to the potential change this makes on trunk /diaphragm movement or in some people with CP trunk alignment (scoliosis) which decreases … Continue reading
Posted in Ableism / Disablism, PM&R, Pulmonology, Sars-CoV-2
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I think Mary Zanarini should retire, and here’s why
Burned-out psychologist Mary Zanarini, developer of the MSI for Borderline Personality Disorder, incorrectly calls SSI “social security disability income”. Her burn-out is so evident in how she talks about recovery, suggesting that some patients are “born competent”, with a derisive … Continue reading
Many people say the Deaf are the most ableist, but…
I was born deaf, and my sensoineural hearing loss wasn’t detected in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. It wasn’t detected until my mother’s family doctor and my paediatrician both clocked me as deaf as fuck. All we deafies want is … Continue reading
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