Addison’s Disease and PIP Eligibility
Can you claim PIP for Addison’s disease? Learn how fatigue, dizziness, muscle weakness, medication management and adrenal crises may affect PIP eligibility, daily living and mobility points.
PIP and the Timms Review
The latest Timms Review update on PIP, ADHD and autism, including current eligibility rules and concerns about disability discrimination and human rights.
PIP Accessibility Service Reform Needed
PIP claimants need accessible online change reporting. Telephone and postal barriers may disadvantage disabled people and engage UK equality duties.
Autoimmune Disorders, Multiple Sclerosis & Working in Retail: The Hidden Challenges Faced by Employees
An in-depth look at the challenges of working in retail with Multiple Sclerosis (MS), autoimmune disorders, visual impairments, secondary cataracts, fatigue, and eligibility for PIP benefits in the UK.
Planned Sick Note Reforms Spark Disability Rights Concerns
Government plans to reform or scrap sick notes have sparked criticism from disability advocates and legal commentators. Learn about the potential discrimination, ableism, Equality Act concerns, workplace safety risks, and the impact on employers and disabled workers.
DWP Under Fire Over PIP Rule Changes Affecting Disabled Young Adults
DWP faces criticism after confirming under-25s will be excluded from extended PIP review periods. Disability campaigners warn the policy may unfairly discriminate against young disabled people and increase financial and mental health pressures.
Young People on Personal Independence Payment Debate
An in-depth look at young people on Personal Independence Payment, challenging claims that some conditions are “non-work-limiting” and exploring how disabilities affect employment.
Depression, Trauma, and the Reality Behind the Smile
An in-depth look at depression, trauma, and PIP assessments, exploring why outward behaviour does not reflect mental health and how self-help strategies support recovery.
When Depression Meets Poverty: The Silent Collapse No One Sees
What depression really feels like when money runs out: the hidden impact of sanctions, unemployment, and trauma, plus practical steps to help people slowly rebuild hope.
Rising Tide of Disability Among Children
A recent study by the Resolution Foundation has revealed a concerning trend in England and Wales: 1.2 million children are now living with a disability, with the most significant increase observed among teenagers. This statistic is a sobering reminder of the growing challenges facing today’s youth, particularly regarding mental health issues, which have seen a sharp rise in recent years.