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Things you wish weren't said or assumed about your health conditions (seen or invisible)
by ScrabbleBrain
Last post
Thursday
...See more Inspired by @Jesusredeemedme2425 because she always makes varied and interesting topic discussions :) 1. For some of us, we can't just pop a painkiller and have the pain, symptoms or discomfort magically washed away, those don't work for me. That's why I personally choose natural remedies, like heat and rest and binaural beats. 2. Why don't you take my word for it, that I can't manage that action because it aggravates my body or mind and leaves me broken in pieces for a long time.. You make me do something and after that I can barely function, then your response... Oh sorry, I assumed you were exaggerating because you don't look sick to me.. 3. Oh just smile and carry on, there's nothing you can do about it, so might as well be happy.. Nope sometimes I want to wallow and be miserable that is all too much, accept my mood, yours can be whatever you want! 4. Why don't you join us? Because it's a long taxing journey or activity and I cannot manage it. I'm not being difficult or dramatic. I have to think carefully if there are places to sit and rest, how long it takes, will I be standing or walking for a long time, you may not have consider these things but I do! 5. Stop judging a book by it's cover Yes I may look younger, I may look healthy, I may walk un-aided, that still doesn't mean you get to judge or assume I am not struggling inside or desperately grabbing onto walls or trying to give myself the mental fortitude to take another step instead of collapsing or resting because this time I don't think I can make it home.. 6. Illnesses vary from one person to the next, yours could be textbook, mine are not. Just because something works for you, doesn't mean it will for me. Stop assuming you know my body, my health better than I do. You've read something? Good for you, I know what works and what doesn't! 7. When I say, I can't manage much. It's extremely taxing to go to more than one place/do more than one activity, let alone several.. Don't scoff and laugh, like I'm being a Princess. I physically cannot manage it, it's not an exaggeration. 8. Stop being lazy! This one makes me scream. Taking care of myself, limiting my movements, napping or getting a lot of rest, helps my body repair itself. I'm not doing nothing, I'm preventing a potential strain or injury that has become all too frequent for me.
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Don't Turn Your Back!
by MistyMagic
Last post
August 30th
...See more Don't Turn Your Back! It can be hard sometimes to know how to act, What to do, What to say, When we see someone in a wheelchair, On crutches, Or with other visible disabilities. I know I used to feel like that, Until I was actually in a wheelchair. I am the same person, But I get treated differently now. I still have the same smile, But others don't. We are people too!  Real people, With real feelings, With real emotions. We sometimes get stuck on ramps, or steps, or in the sand, Even in doorways! So don’t turn your back, Say hello,  Smile, Don’t turn away!
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2026 - Taglist Disability Support
by CaringBrit
Last post
March 30th
...See more This thread controls an auto-updating tag list. To see the current list, go to Disability Support [https://rarelycharlie.github.io/taglist?3ec913e645043cdcd31f94a3324ab37c]. To add yourself to this tag list, press the Post to Thread button above and write the exact words Please add me. To remove yourself from this tag list, press the Post to Thread button above and write the exact words, Please remove me. This Taglist will be used for the Daily Check-Ins could even be used for Events etc. What happens after you join the tag list? You will notice an icon for a little bell up in the right corner of your screen. there is a letter icon, then the bell, then a jar, and then the icon for your account. That bell will tell you about your notifications. When we tag you, it will show up as a number on the bell. Click on the bell and a drop-down menu will appear and it will show you the link to the post where we tagged you. Current taglist as at January 1st 2026 @777Bre777 @adaptableOcean4193 @adaptablePomegranate1587 @adequatelyInadequate @adventurousBranch3786 @AffyAvo @agreeableTurtle1021 @AguaNector6700 amazingFlamingo2054 @amusingTalker1267 @Aqua1494 @Arsalanahmed @Ashleylovescats @AttentiveEar @audienta @AutiBoy @Averayne93 @azuladragon34 @BacktotheTrail @BeyondTheInvisible @BlindGrapefruit @blissfulTouch29 @Bndonovan02 @bouncyBreeze44 @bouncyVoice4149 @Breezy2013 @cal1860 @CheeryPotato @CheerySandi @ChildGoddessFlute @Chloe1644 @cinnamoncocoa @CocoaCassie @Colorfulcatsofhope @communicativePond1728 @CompassionateMoon4024 @considerateBunny7436 @Countrygirl095 @crystallizedrequiem @Daisy7cups @Daydreammemories @DichotomousDetia @disneymoonlight @Disneywoman @DoISayIt @DonaldK @DylanMark @Edobre399 @Emiliako @emotionalTalker2260 @enigmaticOcean8813 @enthusiasticOwl866 @enthusiasticTortoise6681 @fairmindedWater1140 @Fireskye13 @FrenchMarbles @friendlyEars8792 @goldenSpruce1512 @greekcatperson @IcedCoffee211109 @IndigoWhisper @InfiniteThoughts2k19 @Jamesjones10123 @Jewels012222 @jovialButterfly6752 @JoyfulUnicorn @JoyIntoDarkness @JustLikeMellie @K87 @kenzixo @killaj0ule @Kittibear @KuhnDisabled101 @kwheelz @lightTriangle7748 @LikeABirdWithoutWings @lovelycoacoa @lovelySun2900 @LoveMyRotty @magnifiedfaith @ManinblacK @MartianGirl347 @MeaningfulSilence @Meowsicle @MistyMagic @mnhtx3 @modestHickory2783 @modestOcean1286 @moosprbrk @MyNameIsNicole @NaomiR @nessdamess @NevaehRose @norasnook @NotKhan2 @Ofenkartoffel @OneErased @PerfectHarmony10 @philosophicalAcai7803 @PhilosophicalWillow1426 @pinkbunnywabbit @Pixiechu @placidMoth @Plantsaremybestfriends @Poppia @PotFullOfSky2020 @rainbowVibes @Raysofsunshineandrainbow2005 @Reachforthestars00 @redGrapes1822 @Redheadmadeofglitter94 @repen13 @reservedCat9143 @reservedOwl6476 @RiggsMortis @Rose1324 @sabeyesofblue3535 @Seachele @SereneEnergy9119 @SmolBurrahobbit12 @Smolperidotsbreakdown  @SparklyCat @specialPurple1582 @StarsOrchidsOwls @stuffiessytem @sunshinegiraffe123 @tearstruck @theboymoana @TimidBear @TomatoEmi @turquoiseHemlock900 @u2canwin @wahmbrenda @Walker7957 @WeedyGarden @WishUponAStar968 @wonderfulRainbow817 @xandia @xxParkerxx @Zed786 Updated by MistyMagic
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Things you wish weren't said or assumed about your health conditions (seen or invisible)
by ScrabbleBrain
Last post
Thursday
...See more Inspired by @Jesusredeemedme2425 because she always makes varied and interesting topic discussions :) 1. For some of us, we can't just pop a painkiller and have the pain, symptoms or discomfort magically washed away, those don't work for me. That's why I personally choose natural remedies, like heat and rest and binaural beats. 2. Why don't you take my word for it, that I can't manage that action because it aggravates my body or mind and leaves me broken in pieces for a long time.. You make me do something and after that I can barely function, then your response... Oh sorry, I assumed you were exaggerating because you don't look sick to me.. 3. Oh just smile and carry on, there's nothing you can do about it, so might as well be happy.. Nope sometimes I want to wallow and be miserable that is all too much, accept my mood, yours can be whatever you want! 4. Why don't you join us? Because it's a long taxing journey or activity and I cannot manage it. I'm not being difficult or dramatic. I have to think carefully if there are places to sit and rest, how long it takes, will I be standing or walking for a long time, you may not have consider these things but I do! 5. Stop judging a book by it's cover Yes I may look younger, I may look healthy, I may walk un-aided, that still doesn't mean you get to judge or assume I am not struggling inside or desperately grabbing onto walls or trying to give myself the mental fortitude to take another step instead of collapsing or resting because this time I don't think I can make it home.. 6. Illnesses vary from one person to the next, yours could be textbook, mine are not. Just because something works for you, doesn't mean it will for me. Stop assuming you know my body, my health better than I do. You've read something? Good for you, I know what works and what doesn't! 7. When I say, I can't manage much. It's extremely taxing to go to more than one place/do more than one activity, let alone several.. Don't scoff and laugh, like I'm being a Princess. I physically cannot manage it, it's not an exaggeration. 8. Stop being lazy! This one makes me scream. Taking care of myself, limiting my movements, napping or getting a lot of rest, helps my body repair itself. I'm not doing nothing, I'm preventing a potential strain or injury that has become all too frequent for me.
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Looking for people like me
by orangeOak2232
Last post
September 28th
...See more I have multiple mental health and physical disabilities. All of which are invisible. I feel so utterly alone because I have no one in my life who just understands me and can sit with it like I have to everyday. The most difficult thing to deal with lately is the pain that comes with autoimmune arthritis. But I manage. But would be nice to have someone in my life who could support me too. Anyone else feel alone like me?
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What I once loved
by Sofimarie
Last post
September 28th
...See more I used to love playing the violin, running, doing gymnastics, riding my bike or my skates, shouting, laughing, studying, painting, working with clay, writing stories, dancing, singing, and so much more... but now, none of that remains; everything has turned into the dust of what I once loved. My legs had hurt since I was little, and yet I kept going... but the situation gradually worsened. Sometimes I can't walk, I can't write, I can't dance; my classmates used to look at me strangely. After so long, I finally received a full diagnosis: fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue, chronic pain, costochondritis,insomnia, a stiff neck, severe spasms, etc.—and that causes me emotional distress and anxiety. People will ask me, as they always do: "So young and dealing with all that?" "A girl barely seventeen, and already like this?" When that happens, I will simply look away with teary eyes, just as I have done countless times before.
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Hi
by creativeMap8289
Last post
September 26th
...See more Hi just thought I'd introduce myself. I have autism and schizoaffective disorder. I'm not able to work due to these and also due to physical issues and other mental health issues. I'm 38. I'm currently fighting for custody of my 2 very young children. I'm so grateful I have my fiance,who has very similar issues and interests as I do. He makes it a little easier. I like watching series and movies. I'm into comedy,romance, animation,and anime. Since I'm unable to work,and my fiance is also on disability,we enjoy watching shows and movies together. Our favorite show to watch together is probably South Park because it is hilarious. I struggle severely with my anxiety and tend to sleep all day. I'm trying to outgrow this,for the sake of my kids. My anxiety makes it to where I cry almost every day and stim a lot. I attend a mental health clinic and don't tell them these things, because I don't want it included in reports to DCS. My fiance and I have faced a lot of judgement for not having custody of our kids. We did not hurt them. We have disabilities and mental health issues. That's why they were called, because they think it's affecting us as parents. We're doing better every visit and we make sure our kids are safe at all times,and have what they need. Something I wish more people understood about my disability and mental health issues is, I don't choose to have these issues,or not to work,it's out of my hands. I'm struggling a lot and wish I had more people to talk to. Thank you for reading this and hope you have a good day. ❤️
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I'm invisible
by CP1988
Last post
September 25th
...See more I'm new here btw No one can see what my problems are bcs they are hiding People say I'm just lazy bcs they just don't have to live my life I wish it was written on my forehead so people stop judging me
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PGAD Support/Help
by PeachySheep
Last post
September 25th
...See more Not sure if this is in the correct category, but oh well. I've been suffering (not sure if that's an over exaggeration) with PGAD for almost 4 months. I'd never even heard of the disorder before it started. I'm only 16, and I'm very lost. I've gotten depressed and hopeless. I feel like the arousal will never go away, and that scares me to tears. Since this happened I've been put on Xanax, Lexapro and Seroquel by my doctor. None of it has helped. My doctor, therapist, friends, and family all think it's in my head (I have OCD and GAD). I just feel like there's no hope and need some helpful words and advice. Thank you! People who know about or have experience with PGAD would be very helpful and comforting to me.
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Ways to find out about disabilities
by Magicpawsoffuture
Last post
September 22nd
...See more  This came after doing my last 2 posts about  welcoming and meeting people with disabilities. People may not know where they find information about  disabilities. you can  1 get to know someone with disabilities  2 go and do research on   Disabilities  3 7 cups a disability  community https://www.7cups.com/forum/disabilities/ [https://www.7cups.com/forum/disabilities/]  what others ways can someone learn about disabilities?
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For My Chronic Illness Friends...
by jesusredeemedme2425
Last post
September 22nd
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I'm a homeless person on disability.
by HomelessPersonInSanFrancisco
Last post
September 22nd
...See more I have bad knees, vertigo, and reading comprehension problems. As a result, I can't do a lot of jobs that require physical labor. And I'm too stupid for school. About the only thing I can handle is being a receptionist.
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Reflection
by intellectualLion9629
Last post
September 22nd
...See more They say exile is temporary, for me it feels like eternity. Though I'm not being forced out of my home or place, being stripped of your peace of mind, independence, time and energy feels just as, and honestly, when doubt is bigger than your level of faith, you feel like such a slacker. So believing in the impossible seems a little too childish when you know the consequences of reality. But, that's why we do have God.
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flat feet
by pinkiepie1724
Last post
September 8th
...See more I have recently discovered that I have flexible flat feet. meaning that my feet do have an arch, bit once I stand it flattens. this explains the fact that that I feel distracting leg pain while in grocery lines or walking short distances. I thought that was normal!! anyway im probably going to get insoles for my shoes. but im a little shocked because when I told all this to my best friend he said (he has chronic pain) "oh... thats technically chronic pain" weird
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Celebrating the resilient spirits in our lives (human & rescue pets!)
by StarlitPath7
Last post
September 5th
...See more Hi everyone! I just joined this community and wanted to share a quick bit of encouragement 🤗 Living with mobility challenges or physical differences brings tough days, but watching how adaptable animals are always grounds me.  My three-legged rescue dog shows me every day that missing a limb doesn't stop him from zooming around and living life to the absolute fullest 🐶  How do you or your pets find ways to celebrate small daily victories?

Welcome to the Disability Support Community!

This is an inclusive community where people can seek and provide support and post about topics related to learning disabilities, chronic pain, chronic illnesses and conditions, physical disabilities and developmental disabilities. You are welcome to join in even if you don't used disabled as a label for yourself.

There are a number of ways to get involved and be supported. We have a pop up teen chatroom and a 24/7 adult chatroom.

There are guides for Chronic Pain and T2 Diabetes
There are Q&A sections for Disabilities and Chronic Pain

Members may connect with a listener who has disabilities, chronic pain, cancer, diabetes, adhd or autism listed as a topic and there are listeners with disabilities supporting people with disabilities. 

We encourage people to post new threads and respond to others in the forums! Some good ways to get started are to introduce yourself and to join our tag list to be notified of weekly check ins and events. We also have an Interview Series: if you would be open to sharing more about yourself and want to be interviewed.

Looking to be even more active in the Disability Community? Join us as a leader!

*Note we are inclusive of all disabilities but ADHD and Autism each of their own communities which may be of interest to some of you.

Community Guidelines

🌟 Please be respectful of everybody's thoughts and opinions.

🌟 Don't think you are alone, so please share

🌟 Please be patient if you feel like your concern hasn't been addressed yet; we are working hard to add more leaders and supporters.

🌟 If you have any concerns, reach out to a leader or make a post.

🌟 For Listeners only - please remember that you are here to give support, if you are seeking support then please switch to your Member account.

🌟 Most of all - don't forget to be awesome! You are loved and accepted here, no matter what!

Guidelines For Using AI 


We all want the Disability Support Community to be a safe place where people are able to be their authentic selves and receive support. We understand that AI tools can be helpful in reducing barriers, allowing people to better express themselves, and allowing those with some disabilities to be able to read, write, and post, but excessive, or complete use of AI can feel robotic and reduce supportive person-to-person interactions. It can also lead to false impressions of the poster. We want to try and avoid this and help our Community to be as inclusive and as welcoming as possible to all users.


What is AI?

AI is short for ‘artificial intelligence’ which is software, a program or algorithm that works to sort, order, and combine data to give a response or answer to a question or input. Artificial intelligence is the ability of a computer, software, or computer-controlled robot to perform tasks that are commonly associated with the intellectual processes characteristic of humans, such as the ability to reason. As yet no AI’s match full human flexibility over wider domains or in tasks.

Some of the most common examples of AI in use today include: 

  • ChatGPT: Uses large language models (LLMs) to generate text in response to questions or comments posed to it. 

  • Google Translate: Uses deep learning algorithms to translate text from one language to another. 

  • Netflix: Uses machine learning algorithms to create personalized recommendation engines for users based on their previous viewing history. 

  • Tesla: Uses computer vision to power self-driving features on their cars.



If using AI tools please adhere to the following:


  • Include some of your own personal expression. This could come from a detailed, personal prompt to the AI tool or include some of your own words with a post.

  • Cite which AI tool(s) you used, which applies both to AI-generated and AI-edited text as well as images too. For instance, if you use Dragon to voice type then say so and if the text is AI-edited include that fact too.

  • Avoid posting misinformation. AI sometimes creates personalized anecdotes, facts, or references. If you are sharing an experience, don’t post an AI-fabricated one. If posting information check that it is correct and aligns with trustworthy sources.

  • Cite the source of your information. It can be important to know and understand the source of information posted, AI-generated content may draw information from their database so try and use factual sites that can be checked and that aren’t misleading.

  • Don’t make threads in excess. AI can make it fairly quick to create a lot of content. We want to give everyone’s posts a chance to be seen. Please don’t post a large amount of threads in a short period of time, this is called ‘flooding’ and can prevent other posts from being seen.

  • If you do feel like there’s a lot you want to state on one topic, consider making multiple posts within the same single thread. Or create your own ‘Disability Diary’ thread and post there, this will increase your visibility, and those who reply will be notified when you add another post.

  • Follow the guidelines. You are responsible for what is posted from your account, even if AI was used in the creation of the post, so please double-check what you write and post!


For more information please read this post by @Heather225 - 7 Cups Community Director.


Do’s ✅  and  ❌ Don’t List:


✅ Do - Humanize your post with your own expression and words

✅ Do - Cite the AI tool(s) you use

✅ Do - Make ONE thread and post to it if there are several posts you want to make

✅ Do- Read things over and ensure the guidelines are being followed

❌ Don’t post something that is entirely AI-generated with little input from yourself

❌ Don’t post misinformation

❌ Don’t flood the forums with AI threads, or multiple threads


If in doubt please ask @MistyMagic  (Adults and Teens) or @AffyAvo (Adults) or consider joining the Disability Community Support Team. More information Here







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