I’m not a psychologist, so I can’t tell you why the universal knee-jerk reaction of any kind of criticism, valid or otherwise, is to get defensive. We…… Read more “Taking It On The Chin.”
Author: diaryofadisabledperson
My multi-award-winning blog discusses what life is like as a bisexual, non-binary disabled person was started in 2017. I have a 1st class honours degree in nutrition from the University of Leeds where I now work in medical research, and I'm also a co-chair of their Disability, Accessibility, and Mental Health Staff Network. Outside of work I practise Paganism, and have a passion for wrestling, video and board gaming, rock music, and science fiction. You can find me on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram simply by searching diaryofadisabledperson.
Building a Network.
Over the summer of 2021, as some semblance of normality began to return as concern for the pandemic waned, a good friend of mine came to me…… Read more “Building a Network.”
Yet Another Consequence of a Deadly Pandemic.
Prior to the pandemic, moving around as a visibly disabled pedestrian certainly had its difficulties, but I felt that improvements were being made. Campaigns such as Dr…… Read more “Yet Another Consequence of a Deadly Pandemic.”
Why I Work In Clinical Trials.
“Granny, I got the job!” These are the words I yelled as I hurtled as fast as my pain-riddled body would allow, from my home office to…… Read more “Why I Work In Clinical Trials.”
Hybrid Theory.
There haven’t been many positives to come from the pandemic; generally widespread illness that kills or disables millions of people isn’t exactly a joyous occasion. However, one…… Read more “Hybrid Theory.”
Diary of a Disabled Person. 