Wow! What an eye opening article, and concise description of how simple medical conditions draw such hatred and cruelty upon the patient and why it continues. I do believe training is key. How often were we all told to ignore the bullies? It has never worked and never will, but I think given the tools and perspective we can overcome ignorance, cruelty, and shame, in many cases at least. Allowing the bullies to go unchecked is truly a systemic failure on the part of our society and all of us. We need to learn better to stick together and show courage when faced with this behavior, and that needs to start with understanding and support, not exclusion.
Regarding the topic of the article, this piece incisively highlights the systemic issues faced by those whose bodies diverge from narrow societal norms. What do you believe are the most effective imediate steps schools can take to address this?
Wow! What an eye opening article, and concise description of how simple medical conditions draw such hatred and cruelty upon the patient and why it continues. I do believe training is key. How often were we all told to ignore the bullies? It has never worked and never will, but I think given the tools and perspective we can overcome ignorance, cruelty, and shame, in many cases at least. Allowing the bullies to go unchecked is truly a systemic failure on the part of our society and all of us. We need to learn better to stick together and show courage when faced with this behavior, and that needs to start with understanding and support, not exclusion.
Currently at the ER where I’m actually being treated like a person instead of a Fat Grandma With Medicaid
Regarding the topic of the article, this piece incisively highlights the systemic issues faced by those whose bodies diverge from narrow societal norms. What do you believe are the most effective imediate steps schools can take to address this?