
New Wearable Detects Meltdowns Before They Happen
AARP Calls the Cops on Disabled Protesters
Developmental Disability Community Faces a Housing Crisis
Whatever Happened to Arnaldo Rios?
ADAPT Protests at White House to Stop the Shocks
Any act by which severe pain or suffering, whether physical or mental, is intentionally inflicted on a person for such purposes as obtaining from him or a third … Continue Reading ››
Oscars 2018: The Shape of Disability Representation
Blind Tom Wiggins: Black Neurodivergent Excellence
Harriet Tubman: Neurodivergent Black Excellence
Humanity & Inclusion becomes new name of Handicap International
New name. New logo.
- ‘Humanity & Inclusion’ expresses one of the organization’s central values, humanity. This is reflected in a benevolent and empathic approach to the organization’s actions, close proximity with its beneficiaries, and a deep respect for each person’s individuality.
- “’Inclusion’ reflects one of the core ambitions that has driven our actions for 35 years: the inclusion of people with disabilities and vulnerable people who are so often overlooked,” said Jeff Meer, Executive Director of Humanity & Inclusion in the U.S. “We value difference and fight exclusion. This name helps to show that.”
- It means ensuring that everyone has a place in the community while respecting each … Continue Reading ››
Lack of Racial Diversity Highlighted at Autism Meeting
Ford Foundation Turns a Corner on Disability Rights
#Oprah2020 Would be a Disaster for the Autistic Community
Big Talk, Little Actual Change for Autism Speaks’ Research Agenda
New Compliance Tracking Drugs Violate Human Rights
Extreme Diets Damage Autistic People
Denzel Washington Does Autism Right in Roman J. Israel, Esq.
Autism Registries are Dangerous
First Openly Autistic Woman Elected to Public Office
The Good Doctor: Season One, Episode Seven
Congressman Rush Changes Stance on Disability Rights
The Good Doctor: Season One, Episode Six
‘I don't like coffee.’
The episode opens with Dr. Kalu sharing his own special blend of coffee. He roasts the beans himself. Dr. Murphy is as sassy as ever. "Smells like leather," he remarks. "And none for you, Murphy," … Continue Reading ››#FreeRosa Case Shines a Light on Undocumented and Disabled
Stop Using Intellectual Disability as an Insult
No One Should be Talking About What’s Best for Me Besides Me
Autistic Advocates Clash with Autism Parents at Government Committee Meeting
Rescinded Guidance from Department of Education Mostly Harmless (This Time)
The Good Doctor: Season One, Episode Five
After ADAPT Protest at Chicago Office, Rush Remains Silent
Class Action Lawsuit Filed Against ‘Drop Out Factories for Abandoned Kids’
The Good Doctor: Season One, Episode Four
Legal Claim Autistic Rapist ‘Didn’t Know Any Better’ is Bullshit
The Good Doctor: Season One, Episode Three
This week’s episode of The Good Doctor is titled “Oliver." "Oliver" is the name of the donor of a very important liver, a liver that will save a life. The episode's main plot dealt with the ethics of transplantation, which is pretty heavy stuff. Transplant lists literally decide who will live and who will die. Overall, the episode was decent -- Much better than last week's DSM dumpster fire. Sean once again has motivations beyond pathology. God willing he stays that way for the rest of the season and even perhaps grows as a person.
I think ABC really missed an opportunity with this episode to educate, however. While exploring the ethics of transplantation, it would have been wonderful if they had explored the ethics of transplantation as it relates to people who have intellectual and developmental disabilities -- People like Dr. Sean Murphy. If Sean … Continue Reading ››
Democratic Congressman Withdraws Latest Attack on Disability Rights
Congressman Tim Murphy Resigns, Neurodiversity Community Feels Relief
"Murphy was devoted to taking away the agency and voice of people with mental health disabilities. He advocated forced medication and loss of privacy. I hope that in the future mental health reform initiatives are led by people with disabilities."During his time in Congress, Murphy was the most vocal champion of forced psychiatric medication. In 2016, Murphy championed the “Helping Families in Mental Health Crisis Act,” better known as the … Continue Reading ››