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Why Being Questioned About Our Invisible Disabilities Is So Harmful
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It often feels like no one believes you have an invisible illness, or they doubt the severity of it because they can’t see it.
Here are some of the things we hear: “You don’t look sick.” “Clearly, you’re faking it.” “You were fine yesterday, so why are you canceling today?” “You’re too young to be that ill.” “It’s all in your head.” “But you’re smiling, so you can’t be in pain.” “Surely your medication will treat it.” “At least it’s not cancer.” “Change your diet and you’ll be fine.” “I feel like that too.” “Why don’t you exercise or do yoga?” “Focus on changing your mindset.” “You are just lazy.” “Stop attention-seeking.” “Just forget what happened.” “It would help if you lost/gained weight.” “That can’t be right as _____ has it and they
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