Josefine Andersson struggles with the shame of receiving the disability supplement to her state educational grant (SU), which helps her get through her education.

Josefine Andersson receives disability supplement: »It's not a cheat code«

23-year-old Josefine Andersson was diagnosed with ADHD four years ago and autism last year. Without the disability supplement, she would probably have dropped out of her education. Foto: Miriam Dalsgaard
23-year-old Josefine Andersson was diagnosed with ADHD four years ago and autism last year. Without the disability supplement, she would probably have dropped out of her education. Foto: Miriam Dalsgaard
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It’s like getting crutches for a broken leg.

t doesn’t heal the leg but allows you to keep up with everyone who can walk.

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