During my in-person tech internship and while working in other remote positions that require me to sit at my desk a lot, I have experimented a lot with creating accessible workspaces for Chiari Malformation that make it easier for individuals to do computer work and…

While I have spent a lot of time talking about low vision and how my neurological condition influences how I use technology, I haven’t shared too many specifics about choosing new devices with Chiari Malformation and accessibility settings for Chiari Malformation that go beyond vision…

Even though I didn’t live in a mobility access/wheelchair accessible dorm on campus during undergrad, I still used several dorm room disability hacks to make it easier and more comfortable to move around my dorm. As a student diagnosed with Chiari Malformation and then-undiagnosed POTS,…

During the last few semesters of college, my disability and chronic illness made it difficult for me to walk to classes on my own. Even with the use of guides and mobility aids, I would often show up to class exhausted, since I had used…

Ever wonder “how does a blind person use the bathroom?” or “how does someone who is visually impaired take a shower?” I’ve had many people ask me these questions, including children, teachers, friends, and even people I shared a bathroom with in student housing. Like…

When arriving at a doctor’s appointment or meeting with a specialist, patients are often expected to fill out several medical forms by hand in the waiting room, and are expected to finish by the time they are escorted to an exam room. Since patients can…

Phrases that describe what it’s like living with Chiari Malformation

I’ve lived with diplopia for almost my entire life. Here are my favorite assistive technology tools and strategies for living with double vision

Strategies and tips for choosing jewelry with chronic pain and things I look for when buying necklaces, earrings, and scarves with Chiari Malformation

As an undergraduate student living with an unpredictable medical condition, I often relied on college scheduling hacks for students with chronic illness to put together a hybrid schedule each semester that would provide options for flexible attendance and easy access to course materials online. This…

When I was in high school, I sometimes had difficulty explaining how common technology behaviors or other technology in the classroom would hurt my brain, also known as give me a migraine. Many teachers assumed that I was refusing to participate in class, but the…

As a student living with chronic pain, I often joke with my friends that I have to over-think several decisions, which includes choosing a backpack for bringing materials to class. Choosing a backpack with chronic pain isn’t as straightforward as just making an aesthetic choice…