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Menstrual Health Inequities in Psychiatric Inpatient Settings
Written by Bailey Patterson Inpatient stays at hospitals or other treatment facilities are a part of life for many people with psychiatric disabilities. While receiving inpatient services, maintaining a healthy body and mind is important. For those who menstruate, reproductive healthcare is essential, even at times when other health concerns might be at the forefront…
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The importance of online communities
Written by Bailey Patterson Online spaces are an important aspect of the disability community. Thanks to the internet, connection is more accessible and widespread than ever before. This has led to the creation of many online communities where people with disabilities can share their experiences and meet other people. This Disability Pride Month, we explored…
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How to celebrate Disability Pride
Written by Bailey Patterson Every July marks Disability Pride Month, a time for people with disabilities to celebrate their identities and connect with their communities. College and university students are becoming evolved versions of themselves while furthering their education. Students with disabilities may face barriers to connection and celebration they would like to participate in.…
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Top 11 Accessible Outdoor Spaces in Kentucky
Written by Eliott Hamilton Anyone can benefit from being outdoors—exposure to nature is linked to improved mental and physical health. This can include urban green spaces, hiking on a trail, or getting some sun. One of the most popular ways to spend time in the great outdoors is hiking, which is an excellent way to…
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Mobility Aids & Employment: Five Practical Strategies to Find a Job
Written by Eliott Hamilton Kentucky is an employment first state. That means competitive integrated employment should be considered the first and primary option for people with disabilities of working age who want to work. In the video below, people with disabilities and employers share what Employment First means to them. Despite policies and protections like…
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Spotlight on Peer Support
Written by Bailey Patterson This Disability Pride Month, we are shining a spotlight on peer support! Within the mental health community, it is widely understood that lived experience is a valuable asset. People who are experiencing a crisis or need mental health support may seek out the help of doctors or other professionals, but, increasingly,…
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What are Mad Maps?
Written by Bailey Patterson Mad Maps are a crisis intervention and personal expression tool created by and for people with lived experience of psychiatric disability. Mad Maps are a way to externalize elements that affect someone in a crisis state and can act as a guide for their future self who might need some grounding.…
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People with disabilities officially classified as a population experiencing health disparities
Written by Eliott Hamilton, Student Informatician In September 2023, the National Institute on Minority Health and Health Disparities (NIMHD) officially classified people with disabilities as a population experiencing health disparities. This decision is a game changer for disability-inclusive research and highlights the pressing need to better understand and address the unique healthcare obstacles individuals with…
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Minority Stress & LGBTQIA2S+ Mental Health
Minority Stress Theory describes the additional stress that members of marginalized communities experience due to stigma.