I started using a cane after my MS diagnosis and suddenly people talk to whoever I'm with instead of directly to me, like I can't speak for myself.
More people experience this than they realize.
A visible sign of your disability has triggered others to infantilize you and strip away your agency.
“Where Are You with Disability rights?”
Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.