Category: EDS

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EDS, PCOS, Science of Autism

Intersection of Autism, Ehlers Danlos Syndrome and Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome

Aviva Seigler

https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fierceautie/episodes/The-Intersection-Between-Autism--Ehlers-Danlos-Syndrome-and-Polycystic-Ovary-Syndrome-e2cttmj Both Ehlers Danlos syndrome and polycystic ovarian syndrome are both comorbidities with autism. What about the intersection of different comorbidities? There is plenty of research about what the likelihood in certain situations and certain conditions to have an autistic child but not enough on the intersection of different conditions and autism, especially when it… Continue reading Intersection of Autism, Ehlers Danlos Syndrome and Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome

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ableism, autistic culture, comorbidities, Discrimination, EDS

Service Dogs are Not Licensed in the United States. A Story and What the Law Really Says

Aviva Seigler

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comorbidities, Disability Hacks, EDS

Disability Hacks: Giving your Squishmallows or other Plushies New Life By Adding More Stuffing

Aviva Seigler

I bought Kayce Pandacorn from Goodwill a few years ago. He was well loved and the stuffing was worn but I love him. Boop was in the facility and she used to call me panda all the time. It was appropriate and $3 was an amazing price. I get most of my Squish from there… Continue reading Disability Hacks: Giving your Squishmallows or other Plushies New Life By Adding More Stuffing

ableism, comorbidities, Disabled Parenting, Discrimination, EDS

Stop Your Internalized Ableism, Your Kids Don’t Care About Your Mobility Aids

Aviva Seigler

Internalized ableism can manifest in many ways. Its not just some ideas about autism, it could be about any physical, mental or neurological condition as well. For those who are new here, I have Ehlers Danlos Syndrome. It effects my mobility when I am on my feet for a long time at one time. Last… Continue reading Stop Your Internalized Ableism, Your Kids Don’t Care About Your Mobility Aids

comorbidities, EDS, Growing up undiagnosed

Diagnosis of Ehlers Danlos Syndrome and What a Flare Up is Like

Aviva Seigler

Clues From My Childhood My whole life I had had random pain and injuries I could not explain. I was often told I was faking it or doing it for attention. My parents who were supposed to protect me and take care of me gas lit me my entire life, especially medically. I had a… Continue reading Diagnosis of Ehlers Danlos Syndrome and What a Flare Up is Like