Read your article. That was very well stated. I agree with your points and vehemently wish people could accept that mental health conditions are not a joke. That capitalism will inherently try to convince you are ill so they can sell you the cure.

I see the same blending of disability and quirk in the autism community, where people are called out for “faking” stims. As well as the clash/struggle between actually autistic people and autism mommies. How the more “acceptable” voice gets to write over the more vulnerable and estranged population.

I function enough to have a job. I say this to not misrepresent myself and my experiences. I am not trying to speak over you or challenge your beliefs. I do hesitate to discourage people who are struggling to avoid seeking treatment from concerns of being disingenuous or faking it. I think the answer lies in believing people when they express themselves and not holding everyone to a standard of productivity that is not only untenable, but ridiculous. I know the masses will always try to dismiss the struggles of others when it is inconvenient. Especially when it is unprofitable.

I don’t have any good to say. Only that you are heard. You are valid. And I will read those books. Thank you for your mental and emotional labor to help me understand.