The popular series was more of an amalgamation of non-autistic people’s misconceptions about autism than a nuanced exploration of what it’s like to be someone with autism.
and was eager to hear my feelings on the hit ABC medical drama’s fictional portrayal of a promising young surgeon
, his response made no sense. An autistic person in his position would have at least some familiarity with trans people.The series showed some hope of improving its autistic cred in its final season when it brought on an autistic actor, Kayla Cromer, as Charlie Lukaitis, an autistic med student who was inspired by Shaun.
I have absolutely no idea, for example, what anyone involved thought they were accomplishing with the scene in which Charlie favorably compares support for autistic children in school to gastric sleeve surgery for a teenager.
United Kingdom Latest News, United Kingdom Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Canary Islands locals say 'good riddance' as holidaymakers threaten to stay homeThe Canary Islands have been a popular holiday destination among Brits for years, but now some are threatening not to book their annual trips after locals declared 'good riddance' to tourists
Read more »
Doctor Who, Space Babies review: On the right track, but still not good enoughNcuti Gatwa's dazzling Fifteenth Doctor is more vibrant, relatable and sassier than previous incarnations
Read more »
Headteacher gets a good 'gungeing' for a good cause at colourful school eventThe headteacher of a Newtown primary school got a 'gungeing' during a colour run that has raised over £700.
Read more »
George Clooney to make Broadway debut in Good Night, And Good LuckClooney will play TV journalist Edward R Murrow in a stage adaptation of the 2005 movie.
Read more »
George Clooney to make Broadway debut in Good Night, And Good LuckClooney will play TV journalist Edward R Murrow in a stage adaptation of the 2005 movie.
Read more »
Canary Islands tourism chief makes plea to Brits after 'go home' messageThe Canary Islands' tourism chief has spoken out after a 'go home' message was sprayed on a wall in the region - but some locals have said 'good riddance' to tourists
Read more »