Sick And Dependent
This morning started off rough—my father threw a covid test at me, announcing he has covid now. Kind of ironic, considering neither of us has caught it before, especially since we’re both high-risk. I’m already feeling it—a growing headache and extreme fatigue creeping in. I can definitely tell I’m falling into a sickened state, which worries me. After all, I nearly died from the vaccination last time; I was bedridden for two weeks, coughing up blood and fainting constantly. Hoping I can recover quickly this time.
On top of that, I’ve noticed people have started babying me a lot more lately. With everything going on, some treat me like I’m five years old. Whenever I ask about any drama, I get told, “I’d rather not talk to you about this because of your age.” Others treat me like I can't think for myself. It’s confusing. I know my decisions are clouded by my DPD, but being told I’m being manipulated by people I trust is starting to make me paranoid.
Remember Patients, Don’t treat people with disorders like children. If they’re involved, tell them what they need to know—clearly and kindly. Be careful about what you share, but don’t underestimate their ability to understand.