4)What advice would you give to a friend (or anyone) who has trouble accepting or dealing with people disabil
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Listen I think that it doesn't matter what people look like act like or even if they have special needs everyone is the same you just look past it and don't judge a book by a cover get to know them in the end you can wind up teaching them something and that makes you feel wonderful on the inside and it probably will mean a great deal to that person just get to know them before you say no i don't want to hang out with that person I'm friends with all the students in the special ed class and they are just like EVERYONE else \n\nPS Just listen to my advice and give them a chance
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Two weeks ago I went to a health recovery center and met half a dozen people with different forms of disabilities.  For each person I needed to figure out how they went about communicating.  \n\nOne person had a flat keypad that looked like a typewriter and she touched one letter at a time. On the back of the pad was a short note explaining who she was and how she communicated.\n\nPerhaps you could design a nice cartoon figure of a woman holding a hand to her ear shouting, "Whaaaat?  I can't hear you!"  Something that is fun and understandable quickly.  \n\nThink of it this way.  There are plenty of times in life when somebody needs to see identification from you before they will talk.  A bouncer, for instance, can't put two words together without seeing an i.d. first.  A human resources person is incapicitated without your resume as a security blanket.  A doctor's office won't even say hello until you've filled out the waivers.\n\nAlso, people wear uniforms in all kinds of different endeavors to show "who they are".  I'm not suggesting a uniform for you, of course, I'm just trying to show that people "announce themselves".\n\nThat's why I think that a fun cartoon picture could help announce you and make your situation understandable to somebody else in about 1/2 a second.  I think that an announcement card of some sort would cause somebody to feel, "Oh, yeah, yeah, yeah, I understand what's up, that's cool."\n\nGood luck.  I sincerely hope you get success on this question.
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First step: If you can not understand one another: than try. Without ignorance or without discrimination. I think tolerance is key.\n\nSecond step: start viewing each other as human beings above all. I do not judge you. Don't judge me.  I respect you for your beliefs because you have the right to follow whatever path you want.  Respect me. I respect you.  \n\nThen maybe we can all just get along.  (god willing)
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Well first the person should look into SSI or SSD, if they go to the public assistance office near them, they would even help the person fill out forms.  If they can't work and are unemployable, and they have a doctors note and support they could get SSI or SSD depending on how much they have worked and earned.  While they waited they could go on public assistance and get money, food stamps, low cost housing or rent assistance, heat money and maybe even a phone (basic one no frills) bill paid.  \n\nIf they have a counselor or therapist then they could ask them if it was possible for a roommate or housing sorta like half way houses but not exactly, where they could live.  \n\nI know it's hard for people with bipolar, my exboyfriend was bipolar and I was very supportive but since he refused to take meds and just totally went out of control, it killed our relationship, I think that's what happens to alot of couples and with friendships.  They need a friend that will stick by them thick and thin and help them.  Maybe you are that friend?  My ex and I are still friends but not a couple anymore.  He is living with another bipolar guy, they have ups and downs but it's workable.
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A friend maybe just what she needs,if you feel you want to be nice and help ,by all means talk to her.\ndont be afraid of that ,just be normal and yourself,say you want to understand and be of help.\nthe best advice always is to point out the pleasures of being alive and the oppertunities still awaiting.\n bad feelings are not permanent ,
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Well from personal experience, be a good listener for them.  Encourage them to talk to you or anyone that they can trust about what is bothering them.  Above all don't let them fall through the cracks.  Encourage them to keep doing the things that they need to like go to work if they have a job or go to class if they are in school.  If they stop doing these things, matters will only get worse.  For example, if they get fired because they haven't been going to work that will add to their depression because then they feel like they are worthless, so to speak.
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I faced this problem. The way to approach a solution is to think of whether the present uncomfortable situation will be remembered a year from now. If no (its mostly no), then please do yourself a great favour and go ahead and talk, because I personally guarantee you that EVERYONE likes to be spoken to. Ask some questions. Smile. And feel at ease, because you're already worth it, and you don't even need that person's approval.
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just be open to him on this issue abt what you are missing,that u need some kind of help and you need friends also.\nall the best
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how could i help you when you don't tell your problem? will you please be specific.
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Communication, and understanding\nYou each have your own lives, let them cross but let each have their own space...!\n\nLearn everyday, bend every so often.\n\nBe open to new things, always try!!
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Do you mean a life coach for developmental delayed and profoundly disabled adults?\n\nHere are some resources:\nhttp://www.coachfederation.org/ICF/\nhttp://www.icoachacademy.com/\nhttp://www.4therapy.com/consumer/life_topics/article/7548/451/Adult+Consumers,+Challenging+Behaviors,+and+the+Coaches+they+Challenge
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I have worked with individuals with mental disabilities and it is no different than taking care of yourself.  I was taught to treat them like they are normal like myself.  Once you get to know the individuals, then it is easier.  You will know their wants and needs even though some of them can't relay a message.  Your question needs to be a little specific.  Their are all types of individuals with mental disabilities who need to be cared for differently.  For instance some are in wheelchairs and can't do anything, others can walk, talk, but a little slow.  When I went into this job, I didn't need to go to school, just mostly was hands on learning.  The most important information you need to know is CPR, basic first aid training, fire safety training, how to maintain yourself in a crisis, and most importantly how to deal with all types of behavior.
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Justin, be honest about being disabled.  Check out places like netfriendships.com  and create your home page.
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I try not to be "insensitive" to all people I meet.\n\nI try to understand if they are having a bad day, then they may need to "vent" on some one and I have broad shoulders to listen to thier troubles.\n\nIf they are cutting me short, then they have so much to say, and cant find enough time in which to say it, or that I am boring them to tears and its best for me to shut up an listen to what they have to say.  Or, make myself more interesting and knowledgeable so that they will "want" to listen to me.\n\nPeople being loud, could be a hearing deficiency, and may need to have hearing aides, but may not be able to afford them or think that there is stigma attached to people with them on and so they dont know how loud they sound, or, are around people who were hard of hearing and have talked that way for years, and dont know any other ways of talking!\n\n(yep, I have a relative that shouts all the time, but his mother was half deaf, and couldnt hear anyone, so, when she passed away, he continued to shout to everyone even after all these years... I ask him to tone it down because I can hear him fine...he does for awhile until he forgets, then I gently ask him again.. it works out fine)...\n\nAll we have to be is more understanding to everyone, and think of all the disabilities that can be seen and unseen, and we would know each others situation and wanted to be treated kindly by others...\n\nI wish you well..\n\nJesse
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The best way if you are strong enough is to smile and say I thought you were my friend but a friend would never treat someone this way,,, and walk away with your shoulders straight.\nThese people who tease you are not your friends.  We should all treat other people as we wish to be treated, so make sure that no matter what you treat them kind,, kindness always overcomes bitterness and ugly.
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The only people I would like to switch bodies with would be a person who has no idea of what it is like to be physically disabled and in constant pain even if one does not look disabled.  Can I pick who I switch with?  If it is strictly on a religious basis I know who i would like to switch with so they might know what it is like to be snubbed by people you thought were friends.  Yeah, I am a little bitter, but don't really hold a grudge.  They have to be who they are, just wish they could accept me for who I am.
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Get professional help.  Learn to communicate.  Set boundaries.  Be honest.  Deal with the issues.  Good luck!