The Greatest Showman Conveys an Empowering Message for People in the Disability Community
byOur own mothers were ashamed of us. Hid us our whole lives. Then you pull us out of the shadows… Maybe it was about…
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The Lost Prince: Was the Youngest Son of King George V autistic?
byIn the early 20th century autism was not a diagnosis. Was Prince John, youngest son of King George V, autistic? Nils Skudra While quarantined…
Duke Dispels the Myth that Non-Speaking Autistic People Can’t Achieve Independence
byBy Nils Skudra In browsing through autism-themed films, I watched an 18-minute short film which I felt would be a great topic for a…
Did Ulysses S. Grant have Asperger’s Syndrome?
byIt is … essential that people learn the complete history of Grant’s life so that they may have a more informed and nuanced understanding…
A Beautiful Mind: Was Mathematician John Nash Autistic?
byJohn Nash was one of the most brilliant minds of his generation. Was he on the autism spectrum? By Nils Skudra One of the…
Streaming on Netflix: Silver Linings Playbook
bySilver Linings Playbook articulates a profound message about the challenges of mental illness, the importance of family support for individuals with mental health issues,…
Breathe: A biographical film based on the life of British disability advocate Robin Cavendish
by“Go back to your hospitals and you tell your disabled patients that they too can truly live. You all have this power to open…
Itzhak Documentary shows the Humor and Compassion of Famed Violinist Itzhak Perlman
by“The more you have in your heart, the more you have to give.” Itzhak Perlman By Nils Skudra Last night I had the opportunity…