What Netflix’s Atypical Gets Right In Season 1; What We’d Love To See In Season 2
A new Netflix series, Atypical, was recently announced. It looks at Sam Gardener, a high-functioning teen with autism. It depicts his navigation through high school, from trying to find a relationship and other aspects of his journey. The series has been recently renewed for a second season! As someone who binge watched Season 1 and [...]
The Good Doctor Is Here To Stay
Full disclosure: After only 1 episode I have no idea what the future is for The Good Doctor (which will premiere Sep. 25 at 10/9C on ABC). What I can tell you; this show has all the makings of an ABC smash-hit. Let’s begin with the cast. Freddie Highmore (Bates Motel, Charlie and The Chocolate [...]
A Letter To Matthew McConaughey For Supporting Our Autism Community
Dear Matthew McConaughey, I don’t know if you’ll ever read this letter but I want you to know how much we appreciate you for supporting our autism community. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fbUiXBiD9aU I found out that you partnered with Kiehl’s in the hopes of raising $200,000 dollars for Autism Speaks. What an amazing way to help support others! [...]
I Have Asperger’s, Am Attending College And Have A 3.5 GPA
This guest post is by Patrick-Michael Green, a young man on the autism spectrum. Patrick attends Southeastern Louisiana University. Patrick is applying for our Summer 2017 Making a Difference Autism Scholarship via the nonprofit KFM Making a Difference. You can read more about the organization and how to apply for our scholarship here. Living with Asperger’s leads to many complications in [...]
I Have Autism And I Am A Young Up And Coming Paleontologist And Geologist
This guest post is by Cameron Muskelly, a young man on the autism spectrum. Cameron will be attending Georgia Perimeter College. Cameron is applying for our Summer 2017 Making a Difference Autism Scholarship via the nonprofit KFM Making a Difference. You can read more about the organization and how to apply for our scholarship here. I am Cameron Muskelly. I [...]
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