How or what to tell classmates about my disability.?

I am going to my 20yr High School reunion this summer. My disability is not readily seen unless I go and do certain things, but it has changed me. I did not have this at my 10yr. reunion.

How or what to tell classmates about my disability.?
I would just simply not do those certain things and only explain why you are not doing those things if asked. Drawing attention doesn't sound like something you want to do, especially if it is pity.





Go, enjoy, don't stress it, you will have fun and those that care about you will understand you have limitations now.
Reply:All of your former classmates have gotten older, too, so if it happens to come up, they probably won't be shocked. But I agree that you don't need to bring it up. Report It

Reply:Dont bother telling them unless your looking for their sympathy.
Reply:Just be yourself and have a good time. You'll probably find that they've all changed as well. If you happen to do something that makes the disability noticeable. Just start out by saying "In case you're wondering ....." to someone you happen to be with, or nearby. But you're not obligated to explain it to everyone. You'll be OK ... Have Fun : )
Reply::) OH Geez, mine is around the corner too they are always nerve racking. You know, I wouldn't worry about it. I know that when you go you want to impress people and look good, but don't worry about it. You will be surprised at how many people will respect you regardless and if they don't then that's their problem.


I know when traumatic changes take place in our lives it take a while to adjust. Perhaps your disability will not be as noticeable as you think. Just get out there and have a good time and don't worry about what others think. I trust that they will be mature adults which means that your disability will not matter to them and as I said if it does then they are idiots. :D





Two thumbs up to you and lots of luck!
Reply:My cousin my best buddy has schizophrenia, a hidden disability. He is always up front about his illness, he says it "weeds" out the losers. It does.


I have bipolar disorder, I have been really sick with it, manic and delusional. Been this way my whole life, always up front about it. I have kids, a wife, life is good.


Be proud where you are at.When you are living with a disability it is important to surround yourself with people that treat you like an adult and love you for who you are.


My advice, you will know who you are comfortable sharing with, if you do not feel like it don't. Small talk, thats what I stick to when I do not want to get personal.


good luck.
Reply:Please elaborate your problem. Do you want to know a way to tell this to your friends OR are you asking should you tell this to your friends? Are you uneasy telling this to others?
Reply:LOL don't go..
Reply:If you are feeling self consciouabout it then use an opportunity to write a report on it and explain your disability and how it came to be and what you are doing to make it function for you rather than let it cripple you. It's better to clear the air yourself rather than to have someone stupid start a rumor about it.
Reply:I would go and act just as confident as you were pre-disability. Your classmates should like you for who you really are. They also want to see how people have chagned. You've changed, yes, but you are still the same person. Your friends at the reunion came to see you; you can knowing who you are, and being yourself in spite of the adversity you have faced.