Expectations vs. Reality: The Downsides of Having a Disability
Getting the job you've dreamed about having your entire life can be the best thing ever...IF you get it and are able to get it. Having a disability means you have limitations on what you can and can't do. Some people will tell someone with a disability that they can't work a certain job. I disagree with that! I believe that if someone (even with an extreme disability) wants something so bad, there has to be a way we can let them do what they want to do. It may not be ideal, but it can be possible. I will give you an example: Bobby (he/him), is 22 years old and has level 2 autism. He can communicate and socialize, but has a tendency of getting easily overstimulated when he talks to too many people which causes him to spiral into a meltdown. He's had jobs in the food-service industry, but didn't do well due to his limitations. However, he's always wanted to work at a hotel doing the front desk. How can you help him a...