✅ Daily Living Skills (ADLs & IADLs) *coming soon
Course overview
Lesson Overview

6.36 – Practicing Self-Advocacy in Medication Decisions: Advocating for yourself means asking questions and expressing preferences without fear. Before appointments, list concerns or side effects to discuss clearly. Request explanations until directions make sense—you deserve full understanding. Voice discomfort respectfully if something feels wrong; collaboration leads to safer care. Bring written notes so emotion doesn’t block memory. Research credible sources to back informed questions about alternatives. Strong advocacy strengthens trust with professionals who see your engagement. Never let intimidation silence your input; your experience is valid data. Each honest dialogue builds empowerment through mutual respect. Self-advocacy turns healthcare into partnership rather than instruction. Courage in conversation becomes the foundation of confident long-term management.

About this course

Practical training to help individuals independently manage personal care, household tasks, and community responsibilities, building confidence and self-sufficiency in daily life.

This course includes:
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  • Supportive materials you can download and keep for future use
  • Flexibility to work at your own pace, when it fits your schedule

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