Disability empowerment can change traditional definitions of work and employment
byDisability empowerment … can bend the moral arc of a neurotypical universe into one which supports the idea that initiative and hard work is…
Nils Skudra
Review of Silent Fall: a movie with an autistic main character and a “neurotypical savior”
by“…the notion of a “neurotypical savior” who brings a severely challenged and mistreated autistic individual out of their shell would be considered offensive by…
The value of finding a mentor and friend with similar interests
by“A mentor is someone who allows you to see the hope inside yourself,” Oprah Winfrey By Nils Skudra Over the course of my life,…
Living a more simple life: the art of “making do”
byby Nils Valdis Vytautas Skudra I trust like any neurotypical individual, people on the autism spectrum such as myself are also vulnerable to constant…
A review of the movie Shine
by“Shine’s” depiction of David Helfgott’s passionate pursuit and achievement of success as a pianist in spite of his severe mental challenges sends an uplifting…
A review of the movie Adam – now streaming on Netflix and Amazon
byThe ability of an individual on the autism spectrum to have a successful romantic relationship with a neurotypical individual is a profound theme that…
The burgeoning employment market for young adults on the spectrum
byPeople with autism are often viewed as socially inept because of their difficulties with social interaction and catching onto social cues, but autistic servers…
Review of The Good Doctor: Season Two
byBy Nils Skudra Last year’s premiere of the first season of The Good Doctor, starring Freddie Highmore as autistic surgical resident Shaun Murphy, drew…