How TF am I Supposed to Afford This 😭

All of the medical equipment I need is so so expensive. Even the cheapest options. Insurance is being a pain in the ass about it too and not sending me any reimbursement forms.

My condition is progressing from mild to moderate somewhat quickly. I can't physically write anymore, I can barely read, and I'm in constant pain to the point where I have insomnia due to it. I need to make several purchases for myself; new mobility aids (I can't use my cane anymore due to my weak hands) and braces are at the top of the list. Not to mention travel costs for my doctor's appointments (I can't drive, have to take train and bus) and the cost of my MMJ which is the only pain relief I have, and I have been out of for months.

Does anybody know how to make any amount of money, no matter how small, while being disabled?? I'm also a full time student which narrows down my options even more. I'm genuinely lost. I'm losing my mind.

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u/kissaphobic-ftm — 8 days ago
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AMS 102 Study Help?

Helloo

This is mega embarrassing because I'm a sophomore and a STEM major but I really need help with stats... I've always been really bad at math but lately I feel like I'm not even processing it. I go to class despite the late hours, rewatch lectures, etc. but the information just doesn't stick at all.

Does anybody have any tips or resources I could use? Literally anything would be helpful, I don't want to fail another math course </3

Thank you so much

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u/kissaphobic-ftm — 1 month ago
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Heads Up: Strep Going Around

Yeah.. already.

If you have immune issues like I do I'd recommend wearing a mask and avoiding the main huge crowded areas on campus if it's possible. 2nd week in and I've already caught it 😭 Be safe guys, don't forget Student Health has rapid tests if you think you're sick.

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u/kissaphobic-ftm — 1 month ago
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Beware of This Guy in SBU Sub 😭

See title.... (I didn't do anything btw 💔 commented 1 time that strong lasers hurt flock camers, I have not done that though because I have like... work to do... and don't wanna get in trouble... hm) Even if you disagree with my opinion on the cameras that doesn't warrant hate speech ❤️

u/kissaphobic-ftm — 2 months ago

Stickers?

Hihi !! I was just wondering if anybody knew if it was safe to put stickers (the waterproof kind meant for water bottles) on the outside of my zojirushi rice cooker, provided I don't cover up the vent or hinges or anything. I'm kind of attached to him and I want to make him cute haha. Thanks!

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u/kissaphobic-ftm — 2 months ago
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rate my shitass fall schedule

the classes are actually fine I just don't like how much empty space there is 😭 I might end up adding another one when the credit limit goes up

2nd year btw

u/kissaphobic-ftm — 3 months ago

Lowk Scared as Hell...

Hello! I have been thinking about piercing my own nostrils for a little bit just because I'm kinda broke (disabled and full time student, can't really work) and professional piercings cost good money. Unfortunately I have a lot of anxiety and am very very scared...

I have a shitty Amazon piercing kit that I got for crafts and stuff but I'll probably order better needles and jewelry if I decide to do it. I also have a bunch of med issues so I have like sterilization equipment I can use.

Does anybody have any advice? Should I even go for it? Mind you this would be my first self piercing, my double lobes on both sides and my daith were all done professionally. Honestly I'm fine with waiting and getting it done by someone who knows what they're doing, just thought it might be fun to try.

Attaching photos for anatomy purposes, don't even know how to go about picking a spot to be honest, need to do my own research for that lol.

u/kissaphobic-ftm — 3 months ago
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Need Genuine Advice

Please don't come into the comments calling me an idiot or a ret*rd or anything, I get enough of it as is. Looking for actual helpful advice and/or reassurance, thank you.

I'm a current freshman rising sophomore, MVB and ENS dual major, and my GPA is absolutely fucking cooked. I am passing 3 out of my 6 courses, and that 3 includes SBU 102 which is a given and my chem lab. Failing calc 1, gen chem 2, and what was supposed to be an easy A geo 102 course considering I've taken earth science before. I GPNC'd my calc course but the other two are still an issue.

I was fine first semester, I had a 3.2 GPA and got solid B+'s, which isn't like *amazing* but I was at least okay with it. I'm afraid my GPA is like a 2 or lower now and I'm freaking tf out. I'm usually a decent student, but I am physically disabled and have a ton of mental health issues. I ended up feeling like utter shit this entire semester and honestly considered dropping out or taking medical leave the entire time. I've been so stressed that it's skyrocketed my blood pressure and I ended up in the hospital. I've barely been eating and I feel like I need 12+ hours of sleep just to feel well rested so I gave up on the classes I was failing a while back and now I sleep for half the day or more. Plus I'm in a shit ton of physical pain all the time on top of that, which has been worsening by the day. I feel like a failure and a disgrace and like I don't even deserve to be here.

Does it get better? Is my career doomed? Is there anyone else out there who's struggling as bad right now? Please tell me I'm not alone in this. I desperately need help.

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u/kissaphobic-ftm — 5 months ago