Talking about Body Integrity Identity Disorder - Just another disability!
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by Claire - 16 December 2006
I’ve had some time now to get used to having a wheelchair, to have used it in public, and at home. I’m not really any closer to understanding why it has an effect on me. But it does, indeed, have an effect. A profound one.
The wheelchair as an emotional crutch continues »
by Sophie -
I’ve been really noticing some changes lately in myself at work. I’ve always been a very direct person. I speak my mind without wasting too much time tiptoeing round. People argue that I’m not terribly politically correct, and some have said it’s a refreshing thing to see in a world of people who are constantly worried about what others think. Despite being a direct person I’ve always been rather shy, that is until I started to wheel full time. Being in my chair has helped me to realign who I feel I am meant to be.
Too quiet v Too loud! continues »
by Sean - 14 December 2006
Last night, brushing my teeth before going to bed, I reflected that they are in a sorry state. I’ve always had bad teeth, from childhood, my mother explained that it was due to some nasty drugs I was on for something or other, ruined them to start with, but I never took care of them much. Just like I don’t take particular care of my body.
Caring for one’s body continues »
by Sean - 11 December 2006
I was recently asked if I’d do something to injure myself. The answer is "No, I don’t think so". One never really knows what the future will hold for them, but all things remaining equal, I don’t believe I’ll attempt self-injury. I used to think that becoming a paraplegic wasn’t the best option for me. I’ve since changed my mind. If the settings were right, I’d go for it.
Will I self-injure? continues »
by Claire -
The following story recounts the events of my third and final day of my 3-day pretending trip. It’s the continuation of Day I and Day II.
Trial by Fire - Day III continues »© transabled.org - 1994-2008 - All Rights Reserved.