Mental Health Does Not Discriminate
Mental health does not discriminate. A lived-experience perspective on anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, stigma, and why careless media rhetoric harms vulnerable communities seeking support and hope.
Heart Disease, Open Heart Surgery, and Eligibility for PIP
Heart disease remains one of the leading causes of illness and death worldwide. It encompasses various conditions affecting the heart, such as coronary artery disease, arrhythmias, and heart valve problems. One of the most common interventions for severe heart disease is open heart surgery, a major operation that can significantly impact a person’s life.
Comprehensive Guide How To Become an MP with a Disability
Becoming a Member of Parliament (MP) is a challenging yet rewarding career path for anyone who wishes to serve the public and shape the future of their country. For people with disabilities, there can be additional barriers to overcome, but with the right support and determination, it is possible to succeed in this role.
Corporate Harassment: Definition
A detailed guide to corporate harassment law in the UK, including legal definitions under the Protection from Harassment Act 1997 and Equality Act 2010, FOI rights, and whether accusing a journalist of “harassment” for information requests is lawful.
Disability Discrimination at Its Finest
A proposed DWP benefits payment card to replace cash could severely restrict disabled people’s freedom, autonomy, and access to essential disability-related living costs. This article explains why the proposal risks reinforcing disability discrimination and stigma.
Eligibility for PIP – Autoimmune Disease
Autoimmune disorders can significantly impact an individual’s ability to work, posing challenges related to health, safety, and employer liability. Understanding the limitations faced by individuals with autoimmune diseases in the workplace is crucial for ensuring their well-being and addressing the concerns of employers.
Incel Culture Mental Health Problem
Incel culture represents a disturbing manifestation of societal issues surrounding gender, sexuality, and mental health. Rooted in misogyny, entitlement, and victimhood, it perpetuates harmful attitudes and behaviors that pose significant risks to individuals and communities alike.
When Stigma Comes From Home: My Experience With Mental-Health Judgement
A first-person account of mental-health stigma within a traditional rural Polish family: why it’s hard to explain mental health to older generations, how judgement impacts wellbeing, and what the statistics say about stigma and discrimination in Poland.
Understanding the Terms “Severely Disabled” and Discrimination
The term “severely disabled” in the context of benefits and support provided by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) raises concerns about potential discrimination and the differentiation of needs among disabled individuals.
Ableism: Challenging Assumptions About Disability
Ableism often arises from assumptions about what disability “looks like.” Seeing someone pushing a wheelchair instead of sitting in it might lead others to assume there is nothing wrong with the person.