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Understanding How Trauma Can Qualify for PIP Support

No one should have to “prove” their trauma, but the benefits system often requires detailed explanations. If trauma makes daily living harder, you deserve support. And always remember—your condition is valid even if it’s not visible. If someone hasn’t walked in your shoes, they shouldn’t judge how far you’ve come.

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Chronic Pain & Fatigue in Autoimmune Disorders

Chronic pain and fatigue are two of the most debilitating symptoms for those living with autoimmune disorders like Multiple Sclerosis (MS). These conditions often lead to invisible disabilities, which can make it difficult for sufferers to explain or express their needs. People may not always realize the extent of the physical and emotional toll these symptoms take, particularly when they flare up in such a way that daily activities become increasingly difficult or dangerous.

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“Starving the Nation: Budget Cuts, Poverty, and the Silent Crisis”

Poverty is not a natural disaster. It’s man-made. It is created by policies, political agendas, and the failure of those in power to prioritize humanity over spreadsheets. As the cost of living rises and support dwindles, the UK risks becoming a country where survival itself is a luxury. The government may not see the starving children or the evicted tenants, but the public does, the communities do and we do.

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How the PIP Assessment Criteria Exclude Hidden Disabilities

“One of the most overlooked aspects of disability assessments like PIP is the failure to fairly account for fluctuating conditions. Many individuals live with illnesses that vary from day to day — such as Multiple Sclerosis (MS), ME/CFS, fibromyalgia, or certain mental health conditions. These are not linear or predictable, and yet the current system often assumes a static level of ability. This creates a harmful narrative that if someone can perform a task once, they can always do it — which is simply not the case. A more compassionate and realistic approach would recognise how the severity of symptoms can fluctuate, affecting daily living and mobility in deeply inconsistent and exhausting ways.”