08 Dec 2007, 5:17 pm
Strapples
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08 Dec 2007, 5:20 pm
EvilKimEvil wrote:
APD isn't anything like ASD, and it can be serious. I have lost jobs because of it.
I usually have to ask people to repeat themselves several times, and even then, I might not understand them. I have to deal with people assuming that I'm not paying attention, or that I'm stupid. And that's just the beginning.
There are plenty of good things about ASDs, but I don't think APD creates any advantages or pleasant experiences.
I usually have to ask people to repeat themselves several times, and even then, I might not understand them. I have to deal with people assuming that I'm not paying attention, or that I'm stupid. And that's just the beginning.
There are plenty of good things about ASDs, but I don't think APD creates any advantages or pleasant experiences.
i have some APD and it sucks ass!! !
SPD is enjoyable and doesent create problems provided you use proper managment tools... problem with me is my parents dont want to invest to help manage it
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08 Dec 2007, 5:22 pm
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08 Dec 2007, 5:24 pm
LostInSpace wrote:
The way I personally tend to classify disorders is this way: what is the impact on functioning? I would consider that a physical disability has an impact on physical functioning- ex. walking, hearing, etc.
APD has an impact on *communication*. Therefore, I would consider it to be a communication disorder. It doesn't actually affect physical hearing (like deafness does), it affects the way the brain interprets information in a manner important to communication. I would consider anxiety a psychological disorder because it impacts the way the person feels. Autism is called a pervasive developmental disorder because it has impacts on many aspects of development- motor development, language development, social development, etc.
APD has an impact on *communication*. Therefore, I would consider it to be a communication disorder. It doesn't actually affect physical hearing (like deafness does), it affects the way the brain interprets information in a manner important to communication. I would consider anxiety a psychological disorder because it impacts the way the person feels. Autism is called a pervasive developmental disorder because it has impacts on many aspects of development- motor development, language development, social development, etc.
yep... agreed on all counts!
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08 Dec 2007, 5:25 pm
LostInSpace wrote:
Strapples wrote:
LostInSpace wrote:
Strapples wrote:
LostInSpace wrote:
Strapples wrote:
in that case your all idiots for checking the no box
Only if you believe that "neurologically-based disability" equals "physical disability." Name me a physical disability that doesn't have some relationship to the neurological system. Unless you're talking about amputation, physical deformity, chronic illness or something similar, it'll be pretty hard. How about this- name a psychological disorder that doesn't have some relationship to the neurological system. Would you consider every psychological disorder to be a physical disability?
no because psychological disorders cannot be seen... a neurological disorder can be seen.. and yes autistic MRI films do look slightly different...
What if they respond to a neurochemical intervention, such as an SSRI? Do you not consider neurotransmitters to be part of the neurological system?
if they respond to SSRI THEN i consider it neurological... however some people are just plain depressed
So then would you consider my social anxiety disorder (which has been very responsive to SSRIs) to be a physical disorder? Because I don't.
The state of Strapples Disability Determination Department has seen SAD as a non physically disabling condition... this ruling is final if you wish to appeal please call appeals at 1-800-NOT-REAL
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08 Dec 2007, 5:32 pm
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08 Dec 2007, 5:34 pm
LostInSpace wrote:
Strapples wrote:
Quote:
So then would you consider my social anxiety disorder (which has been very responsive to SSRIs) to be a physical disorder? Because I don't.
The state of Strapples Disability Determination Department has seen SAD as a non physically disabling condition... this ruling is final if you wish to appeal please call appeals at 1-800-NOT-REAL
Then we agree. But please clarify your position. Earlier you seemed to say that if something is a neurologically-based disability, it is a physical disability. Then you agreed that if a disorder is responsive to SSRIs, that it is neurologically-based. Now, I disagree with the first point, and agree with the second. Following your logic however, an anxiety disorder responsive to SSRIs is a physical disorder. Now, I don't believe that, and apparently neither do you, so now I'm confused about your opinion on what constitutes a physical disorder.
ok wipe everything out... anything that creates PHYSICAL limitations is a PHYSICAL Disability... (includes vision hearing and speech)
ugh i confuse myself all the time lol
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08 Dec 2007, 5:35 pm
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08 Dec 2007, 5:55 pm
Strapples wrote:
KaliMa wrote:
I have Multiple Sclerosis, and walk with a walker or, on my good days, a cane. This has screwed up my right side so I can't do my usual work (typing) or walk without veering right and sometimes falling over (hence the walker, which, on my bad days, I can use to catch myself when I start falling, rather than a cane). I also have Type 1 diabetes, chronic renal insufficiency (from the diabetes) and congestive heart disease (from the high blood pressure caused by the diabetes). I also have osteo arthritis in my knee on the side that the MS isn't affecting (now). I'm trying to get on disability, may hear in 4-6 months if I'm accepted or not. But, yeah, I consider myself disabled, whether the government agrees or not. 
FINALLY SOMEONE WHO ADMITS TO THEIR DISABILITY AND VOTES YES WITH ME
Well, it'd be pretty hard to not admit to a disablility while walking with a walker, pitching myself onto the floor, and applying for SSDI
I'm glad you're not alone anymore
. Being the only one at something usually sucks.
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08 Dec 2007, 5:56 pm
KaliMa wrote:
Strapples wrote:
KaliMa wrote:
I have Multiple Sclerosis, and walk with a walker or, on my good days, a cane. This has screwed up my right side so I can't do my usual work (typing) or walk without veering right and sometimes falling over (hence the walker, which, on my bad days, I can use to catch myself when I start falling, rather than a cane). I also have Type 1 diabetes, chronic renal insufficiency (from the diabetes) and congestive heart disease (from the high blood pressure caused by the diabetes). I also have osteo arthritis in my knee on the side that the MS isn't affecting (now). I'm trying to get on disability, may hear in 4-6 months if I'm accepted or not. But, yeah, I consider myself disabled, whether the government agrees or not.
FINALLY SOMEONE WHO ADMITS TO THEIR DISABILITY AND VOTES YES WITH ME
Well, it'd be pretty hard to not admit to a disablility while walking with a walker, pitching myself onto the floor, and applying for SSDI
I'm glad you're not alone anymore
. Being the only one at something usually sucks.
yeah... finally!! !
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08 Dec 2007, 6:22 pm
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08 Dec 2007, 9:01 pm
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08 Dec 2007, 9:02 pm
surroundfan wrote:
Mild CP on my RHS here...
for those who dont know the acronyms
cerebral palsy=CP
right ham string=RHS i THINK!
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08 Dec 2007, 9:06 pm
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08 Dec 2007, 9:07 pm
surroundfan wrote:
Strapples wrote:
surroundfan wrote:
Mild CP on my RHS here...
for those who dont know the acronyms
cerebral palsy=CP
right ham string=RHS i THINK!
RHS = right hand side...
wellll.... i was close!! !
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