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I’m new here!

Hi, my name is binxy888. You can call me Binx or Binxy. I've been diagnosed with Epilepsy, Lupus, Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, Insomnia, Depression, Anxiety, and PTSD. I work as a director of programs at a major insurance company and own another company. I am a single mom of two teens. I spend most my time masking and hiding my conditions from people as most people do not understand chronic illness. It is very lonely and isolating. I am looking for people that are going through similar situations to relate to.

#MightyTogether #AutismSpectrumDisorder #PTSD #Anxiety #Depression #Lupus #Epilepsy

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I'm new here!

Achieve lasting health improvements with Mississippi obesity care, guided by experts at msobesitycare.com, providing tailored programs, professional monitoring, and compassionate support to help you lose weight safely and maintain results over time.

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Then after my next ear surgery I might apply to some online programs in mental health and psychology so that I can become a psychologist. For now I am going to continue my YouTube channel, posting stuff on here, and attending and helping out with my local and national disability advocacy groups over zoom. Oh and eventually exercise again, but I can’t really do that right now.

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What Is A Paraplegic?

What Is A Paraplegic?
A paraplegic is a person who has paralysis or loss of muscle function, sensory awareness, or feeling in the lower half of their body. Now, typically this type of paralysis occurs from a spinal cord injury, and affects the legs and sometimes the abdomen, leading to mobility, bowel, bladder, and sexual function issues. Thankfully with treatment focusing on rehabilitation programs such as physical and occupational therapy, help from assistive devices, medications, and sometimes surgery, people who are paraplegic can learn how to manage symptoms and gain some independence.

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Today In My Advocacy Group

Today In My Advocacy Group
The other day in my advocacy group we talked about how Social Security offers two disability benefit programs. They are called Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). Another thing I also learned is that SSDI is based on work history and pays benefits to those who have a disability, paid Social Security taxes, and worked long enough to qualify. On the other hand, SSI doesn't require a work history and provides money for basic needs like food and housing to those with disabilities or who are 65 or older. Oh and it is even funded by general tax revenues and is different from Social Security retirement or disability benefits. I hope that

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What Is Music Therapy?

What Is Music Therapy?
Music therapy uses evidence-based techniques and musical interventions to help people achieve specific healthcare goals, such as improving mental, emotional, cognitive, and physical well-being. It is a clinical and evidence-based use of music, facilitated by a board-certified music therapist, and is used to address needs related to issues like anxiety, pain, grief, trauma. Not only that, but music therapy can even be used to support rehabilitation and developmental goals like learning to talk or sit. Last but not least, techniques for music therapy include listening, singing,songwriting, and improvisation, and it can be used in various settings like hospitals, schools, and recovery programs.

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What Is The Term IDEA?

What Is The Term IDEA?

"IDEA" stands for the
Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. It is a U.S. federal law that ensures eligible children with disabilities receive a free appropriate public education and are provided with special education and related services. Not only that, but IDEA also includes provisions for students from birth through high school like guaranteeing that they have access to the support they need to succeed in school, and requiring that parents and schools collaborate together to create individualized education programs (IEPs) for each eligible child.

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Traveling With A Disability

Traveling With A Disability
Traveling with a disability involves pre-planning, contacting providers, and being aware of your rights to ensure a smoother trip. Key steps include consulting a doctor before travel, notifying airlines of your needs in advance, using programs like TSA Cares for security screening, and preparing for potential challenges like accommodation issues. Be sure to also check medical and insurance coverage for your destination.

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I Survived, I Spoke Up, and I’m Not Done Yet

My name is Kylie Pollan, and I am a survivor of domestic violence that occurred in Ellis County, Texas. After the assault, I began experiencing severe pain, swelling, and discoloration in my right leg. I sought help repeatedly from doctors and hospitals, including Baylor Scott & White, but despite clear symptoms and imaging showing injury, my pain was often dismissed or minimized. Instead of being heard and believed, I was told that what I felt “wasn’t that bad,” or that it was something I was creating in my mind. That experience broke my trust in a system that is supposed to protect victims and help them heal.

Over time, my condition worsened, and I was later diagnosed with Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) — a debilitating nerve disorder often triggered by trauma. This diagnosis confirmed what I had been saying for months: my pain was real. Unfortunately, by the time doctors took me seriously, the damage had already progressed, leaving me with chronic pain, mobility struggles, and emotional trauma from both the violence and the medical neglect. I’ve since relocated to Oklahoma for safety and ongoing treatment, but my heart remains with the people of Ellis County who may still be suffering in silence.

I am now working to raise awareness about how often women’s pain is dismissed, particularly among survivors of abuse. Many victims are told their pain is emotional or exaggerated, when in reality, they are living with life-changing injuries. I don’t want what happened to me to happen to anyone else. I believe that by speaking out — through advocacy programs, support centers, and public awareness — we can help improve how medical professionals and systems respond to survivors.

I am reaching out in the hope that my story can be used to help others — whether through education, awareness campaigns, or local advocacy efforts. If there are opportunities to share my experience, participate in community outreach, or contribute to training programs for victim support or healthcare sensitivity, I would be honored to help. My goal is simple: to make sure that when the next woman says she’s in pain, she’s believed, treated with compassion, and given the care she deserves.#domesticviolencesurvivor #BreakTheSilence #believewomen #godsplannotmine #faiththroughhealing

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Hi, my name is Kylie Pollan I am a survivor of domestic violence that occurred in Ellis County, Texas. After the assault, I began experiencing severe pain, swelling, and discoloration in my right leg. I sought help repeatedly from doctors and hospitals, including Baylor Scott & White, but despite clear symptoms and imaging showing injury, my pain was often dismissed or minimized. Instead of being heard and believed, I was told that what I felt “wasn’t that bad,” or that it was something I was creating in my mind. That experience broke my trust in a system that is supposed to protect victims and help them heal.
Over time, my condition worsened, and I was later diagnosed with Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) — a debilitating nerve disorder often triggered by trauma. This diagnosis confirmed what I had been saying for months: my pain was real. Unfortunately, by the time doctors took me seriously, the damage had already progressed, leaving me with chronic pain, mobility struggles, and emotional trauma from both the violence and the medical neglect. I’ve since relocated to Oklahoma for safety and ongoing treatment, but my heart remains with the people of Ellis County who may still be suffering in silence.
I am now working to raise awareness about how often women’s pain is dismissed, particularly among survivors of abuse. Many victims are told their pain is emotional or exaggerated, when in reality, they are living with life-changing injuries. I don’t want what happened to me to happen to anyone else. I believe that by speaking out — through advocacy programs, support centers, and public awareness — we can help improve how medical professionals and systems respond to survivors.
I am reaching out in the hope that my story can be used to help others — whether through education, awareness campaigns, or local advocacy efforts. If there are opportunities to share my experience, participate in community outreach, or contribute to training programs for victim support or healthcare sensitivity, I would be honored to help. My goal is simple: to make sure that when the next woman says she’s in pain, she’s believed, treated with compassion, and given the care she deserves.

#MightyTogether #ComplexRegionalPainSyndrome

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