Jodi Taub, LCSW, was interviewed for Forbes about the psychological and relational impact of living with chronic illness and navigating a world where masking has become increasingly politicized.
For many immunocompromised individuals, masking is not a political statement but a health care accommodation that allows them to participate more safely in everyday life.
In the article, Taub discusses the ongoing assessment of health risks, medical invalidation, and the grief and isolation that can accompany losing access to spaces, relationships, and activities that once provided connection and belonging.
