r/YouShouldKnow • u/LtSoundwave • Jul 19 '20

Other YSK That many people with a disability consider their aides (wheelchair, etc.) an extension of themselves. You should ask before touching or moving them.

Read this article and was surprised to hear how many people struggle with this. Even if you are trying to help, you should ask first.

www.bbc.com/news/disability-49584591

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u/omgwtfbbq_powerade Jul 19 '20

They do!

But that doesn't stop some people.

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u/CocaTrooper42 Jul 19 '20

Imagine just pushing the back of someone’s chair, despite there not being handles.