Tag Archives: mental disorders
A Little Bit of Everything
I’m sorry I’m stupid,” my father mumbles. When he struggles to find a word or finish a sentence because of his dementia, he hides his embarrassment and frustration by making this heart-wrenching statement. “Dad, you are not stupid,” I automatically … Continue reading
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Tagged Alzheimer's, caregiver, compassion, conversation, dementia, disability, Empathy, fatherhood, humor, incapacitated, incompetent, laughter, love, mental disorders, parenting, thankful
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Idiot Votes
The headline “Thousands Lose Right to Vote Under ‘Incompetence’ Laws” reminded me of a post I wrote a few years ago about a woman with Down Syndrome having children. Albeit this time it was about those with mental health issues … Continue reading
Real Life of an MSW 