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Is OCD considered a Disability in the UK?

Yes – Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is legally recognised as a disability in the UK under the Equality Act 2010. That means if OCD has a significant, long-term effect on your daily life, you have the right to support and reasonable adjustments at work, in education, and beyond. But like most things, it’s not always […]

Leona Jasa
Leona Jasa

June 27, 2025

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What Helen Keller Taught Us — and What the Media Got Wrong

Helen’s legacy has been polished into something softer. Less political. More palatable. But not the fiery adult who challenged the entire system.

Sammi Leaver
Sammi Leaver

June 24, 2025

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Deafblind Awareness Week 2025 – Deafblind Access in the UK: Your Rights & How to Get Support

Whether you’re deafblind, supporting someone who is, or just want to be a better ally, here’s what you need to know about your rights, the support you’re entitled to, and how to actually get it.

Sammi Leaver
Sammi Leaver

June 24, 2025

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How to Contact Your MP to Stop The PIP Cuts

Use this letter to contact your MP and raise your voice about the government’s proposed changes to PIP.

Sammi Leaver
Sammi Leaver

June 19, 2025

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Is Diabetes a Disability in the UK?

Is diabetes a disability in the UK? Discover how diabetes is legally recognised as a disability and your rights to support.

Sammi Leaver
Sammi Leaver

June 17, 2025

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Pride, But Make It Accessible: A Guide for Disabled & Neurodivergent People

We’ve pulled together a guide that gives you the full Pride picture – from the barriers and wins to practical tips, events doing it right, what to pack, and how to keep yourself safe and seen.

Sammi Leaver
Sammi Leaver

June 5, 2025

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Is Dyslexia Considered a Disability in the UK?

Dyslexia is a neurodevelopmental difference that primarily affects skills involved in accurate and fluent reading and spelling. But that’s just the start.

Sammi Leaver
Sammi Leaver

June 5, 2025

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Raising Children With Disabilities: Advice, Experiences, and UK Resources

When disability becomes part of the family picture, whether through your child’s condition, your own, or both, it can introduce unique experiences and questions. 

Leona Jasa
Leona Jasa

June 4, 2025

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Is ADHD Considered a Disability in the UK?

ADHD is one of the most misunderstood and under-supported conditions in the country. It’s often written off as “just being easily distracted,” “a bit hyper,” or – especially in women – not ADHD at all.

Sammi Leaver
Sammi Leaver

May 27, 2025