A couple of friends at uni have disability status due to mental health problems and we've shared our experiences. I also have had mental health problems, and while they have taken over my life in the past, I have been much better over the last few years and have learnt to make sure my well being is paramount.
My two uni friends have been urging me to get classified as disabled because I'd get a free laptop (I need one and can't afford one), help with travel expenses etc. Perks of the status as it were.
However, I don't feel I should because, really, I'm fine, and most of the time nothing stops me from studying.
I've spoken to a few other friends about this and they've also told me I should go for it. It would be no problem for me to get a letter from the doctor as I have a long history in mental health problems.
I just don't feel it's the right thing to do...I don't see how a free laptop would help with health problems anway!
The friends I have spoken to don't understand why I have such a guilty conscience about it and that I should just grab the opportunity.
What do you think?
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whethergirl · 16/11/2012 22:30
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