Tag Archives: autistic

Keeping Your Distance:  Nothing New

Posted on April 4, 2020 by Dr. Bucher

It’s no surprise that social distancing has suddenly become part of our everyday vocabulary, considering that close human-to-human contact maximizes the spread of the coronavirus.  In the last month, this concept has blown up on social media and has evolved … Continue reading →

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Rain Man:  Then and Now

Posted on December 21, 2017 by Dr. Bucher

The movie Rain Man hit movie theatres on December 16, 1988; almost 30 years ago.  Our son Jimmy was 12 at the time.  Who would have guessed a movie about an autistic savant would become a box office hit, grossing … Continue reading →

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Could You Truly Value a “Temple Grandin?”

Posted on August 20, 2010 by Dr. Bucher

Imagine someone in your place of work who has a tendency to get on peoples’ nerves. She utters meaningless phrases at times, talks to herself, is socially distant , and finds it difficult to interact with other employees and clients. … Continue reading →

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