Talking about Body Integrity Identity Disorder – Just another disability!
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by Xavier - 17 May 2012
I’ve opened myself up to a lot of people in the past few years. I’ve shared my heart and soul with the world, exposed myself and made myself vulnerable. All the fear of rejection and shame that kept me from being socially connected was unfounded.
A Door Slammed In My Face continues »
by Sean - 12 May 2012
A few weeks ago someone emailed me asking whether Body Identity Integrity Disorder (BIID) was merely a form of solipsism. Apparently some BIID detractors have stated that. This is interesting as I’d never heard it phrased quite that way.
BIID Is Not Just A Form Of Solipsism continues »
by Sylvie - 11 May 2012
Before this past Saturday morning, I couldn’t remember the last time I went out in my wheelchair.
Another Way of Aligning with the Earth continues »
by Chloe - 9 May 2012
The focus of this week’s workshop on "Living Well with Chronic Conditions" was Pain and Fatigue. These are critical aspects of the symptom cycle for fibromyalgia; but one of the participants asked if we may also consider emotional pain as part of the discussion. This makes it relevant to BIID, since dealing with emotional pain is inherent to the condition.
Exercise and Relaxation continues »
by Sean - 7 May 2012
I came across a photo recently that spoke to me. I haven’t been able to get the photo out of my head. It touches me in many different ways, but I’m not entirely sure I can verbalise it.
An Image That Speaks To Me continues »© transabled.org - 1994-2012 - All Rights Reserved.