Annie in wonderland

I Am a Disabled Content Creator: Podcast Insights on Ethics in Support Work As a disabled content creator, I often draw inspiration for my podcast from personal experiences. Today, I want to explore the ethics of support work—a topic deeply tied to the realities of my life. Some of my housing team, who are pushed forward by our provider despite lacking the necessary training, struggle to de-escalate difficult behaviours. Despite a doctor’s note and my advocacy efforts, progress has been slow due to red tape and regulations surrounding harmful practices. These situations often leave low-support-needs clients like myself bearing the brunt of the fallout. Before you wonder why I’m discussing this online, it’s worth considering that many people haven’t spoken with those directly impacted by poorly trained support workers. Often, the issue isn’t what they do—it’s what they don’t do. This lack of action underpins the need to thoroughly examine ethics in support work. By unpacking what ethic...

In the world of disability support, the truth isn't always straightforward. For many individuals, particularly those with a history of trauma, lying can be a survival mechanism—a way to cope with a world that often fails to believe them. In this post, we'll dive into the complexities of lying as a trauma response, explore why it's crucial for organizations to take these lies seriously, and discuss how to foster a culture of trust and understanding. We’ll also reference a compelling [YouTube video](https://youtu.be/wnUmCJDZJ6E) that sheds light on the intersection of disability and truth-telling, providing further insight into why lies occur and how organizations can better respond. **Lies as a Trauma Response: A Deeper Understanding** Lying is often seen in a negative light, associated with deceit and manipulation. However, for many individuals with disabilities, lying can be a trauma response—a means of self-protection. This behavior is particularly common among those who ...