Developmental Disabilities & Motherhood

Developmental Disabilities & Motherhood

Is a 19 year old woman with a developmental disability capable of raising her own baby?  That turns out to be a complicated question, and the answer depends on who you ask. The cover story in this week’s New York Magazine, “Who Knows Best,” by Lisa Miller explores the...
Debating Autism and Neurodiversity

Debating Autism and Neurodiversity

What does a diagnosis of autism really mean?  That depends on who you ask. Currently defined as a spectrum of disorders, the autism label covers people who are severely disabled—those who engage in violent or self-injurious behavior and are unable to communicate...
Autism in Love – Pioneer Country

Autism in Love – Pioneer Country

What happens when children with autism grow up and yearn for adult lives of their own?  The documentary, Autism in Love, beautifully and bravely explores that question. Directed and produced by Matt Fuller, Autism in Love delves into the relationships and challenges...

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