


Stepping Out Of Epilepsy’s Shadow
Pulitzer Prize-nominated author and journalist Kurt Eichenwald opens up about his lifelong struggle with epilepsy.

The Disappearing Man
Anorexia doesn't happen only to women. Men need support for eating disorders too. Ask Ken Capobianco, who denied himself food for 28 years.

These Boston Marathon Bombing Survivors (And Their Dog) Wrote A Book To Teach Kids About Disability
Inspired by the four-legged friend who helped turn their life around, amputees Jessica Kensky and Patrick Downes are sparking a conversation about disability.

The Autism Advocate
Stephen Shore is trying to change the conversation about autism, a message resonating with corporate America.

From Rough Time To Ry’s Ruffery
A stroke showed Daniela Kelly that she could do anything, even run a business.

How The Queen Of Selfishness Taught Me To Accept My Disability
Ayn Rand isn't exactly known for her altruism, but when Chris Sciabarra discovered 'The Fountainhead' author as a teen, she inspired him to think of his disability in a new way.
Folks is an online magazine dedicated to telling the stories of remarkable people who refuse to be defined by their health issues. By sharing the experiences of these individuals, we hope to change people’s notions about what it means to be ‘normal’.
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