I live in the real world with a real job with neurotypical co-workers. Watch what you wish for.
It is a dog eat dog aggressive step on everyone who shows the least amount of weakness shown.
I find the real world to be a hard place to live. Wanting to work in a strong customer service environment where people will scream at you just because they are having a bad day is very hard.
If i had to do it over again i would have stayed in the protective and safe world that disability and mental health services provides.
I was mainly bullied and there is no real protection. HR role is for the company not the employee. If a person has difficulties it is easier and well accepted to get rid of the employee. Companies may be forced to do accommodations but they fight it every step of the way. If you have to be hospitalized many companies wont tolerate this event. Believe me when i tell you the truth. Wanted you to know this before you take the dive into very hot water. There is no real protections. I have to say these are my real life experiences maybe others haven’t had this.