I am struggling right now. Why? Many might think that I have it made. Some might think that my life is not as important as it was before. There is a few you think I have gotten a pretty bad deal. I stated earlier posts that I do not know how to feel because this is […]
Archives for August 2015
Chapter 9 – Stereotypes, invisible stereotyping/ correction; 9 is going to be on therapy
Stereotypes, invisible stereotyping
In closing
In my last post, “true depression,” I talked about hoping that I would have missed the vehicle and that my brother, father, uncle, or family friend would have instead have been hit. I tread very lightly on this thought because, once again, I am in a depressive state of mind. That is why I wonder; […]
True depression
As I lay in bed I think to myself do I really care? I have NEVER been in this so called, “funk,” before in my life and this is bad. I am scared of myself and the demons in my head. Not a day goes by that I do not wish that if I could […]
More chapter information part two
There are very few people that truly show disabled individuals respect. Maybe it is the disabled person has not acquired knowledge or experience. No, wait, I know the problem. The problem at hand is that disabled people are discriminated against. That cannot be correct, right, we as humans know something is different with this person […]
Cognitive problems after a traumatic brain injury
A fantastic article on TBI: http://healthcaresolutionsplus.org/cognitive-problems-after-traumatic-brain-injury/ After reading the article I answered five of the 10 questions; What are your cognitive issues? My cognitive problems are my short term memory and verbal retention skills. Do you have attention or concentration issues? My issues are kept in good check with the drugs I am prescribed. […]
Communication!
When is a relationship (e.g., platonic or personal) not your your time? Like previously stated numerous amounts of times I find value in every relationship. I think a key component to all relationships is communication. I read in a book that 60% of communication is nonverbal. It is well known that good communication is […]
A part of my book
I know I said that I could produce a chapter every month but after the last chapter I have so much to say but cannot find the words to express myself in a coherent manner. I will try my best to explain. As you may know after a brain injury life is turned upside down. […]
Chapter 8 – Society
Historical Perspective During the past 40 to 50 years there have been numerous changes in our society with respect to the management and treatment of people with disabilities. In addition, there have been many advancements in medical care. As a result, more are surviving those events resulting in more opportunities for an individual to become […]
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