this post was submitted on 25 Oct 2023
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What is Neurodivergence?
It's ADHD, Autism, OCD, schizophrenia, anxiety, depression, bi-polar, aspd, etc etc etc etc
“neurologically atypical patterns of thought or behavior”
So, it’s very broad, if you feel like it describes you then it does as far as we're concerned
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2.) always assume good faith when dealing with a fellow nd comrade especially due to lack of social awareness being a common symptom of neurodivergence
2.5) right to disengage is rigidly enforced. violations will get you purged from the comm. see rule 3 for explanation on appeals
3.) no talking over nd comrades about things you haven't personally experienced as a neurotypical chapo, you will be purged. If you're ND it is absolutely fine to give your own perspective if it conflicts with another's, but do so with empathy and the intention to learn about each other, not prove who's experience is valid. Appeal process is like appealing in user union but you dm the nd comrade you talked over with your appeal (so make it a good one) and then dm the mods with screenshot proof that you resolved it. fake screenies will get you banned from the site, we will confirm with the comrade you dm'd.
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Idk if this is a good place to vent about the following but:
I was studying for CompTIA A+ and I got to the different types of LCD displays, one of which is VA (Vertical Alignment). VA reminded me to check if I was accepted for Veterans Affairs healthcare coverage (I was denied). and then I tried to start the process of applying for VA disability benefits, since I've been dealing with suicidal ideation, depression, and anxiety for years. And all that did was make me sadder so I gave up studying and crawled into bed with snacks to watch Beau is Afraid for the second time.
Edit: ADHD-I, btw.
There are lawyers that specfically help people who are fighting for VA disability benefits. Also the VA has written guidelines of what rates for disability and you need to be able to speak to that. Don't give up and don't let the US Gov not take care of you after they fucked you over.
I appreciate the motivation bruh. Im going to give myself some grace this evening and tackle it tomorrow morning
Yeah ofc can i have some disability money when u get it btw
If I get above 20%, yes
Such a fucking weird movie. I both hated watching it and loved it.