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- Chelsea Merz
- Username: chelseamerz
- Location: Cambridge, MA
- Joined PRX: Sep 06, 2003
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- "The Problem with Thomas"
- Summary: Two young parents discover that their first child is autistic.
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Review of The Problem with Thomas
Chelsea Merz
Posted on September 24, 2004 at 10:16 AM
Rather than focusing on what it means to be autistic--this piece observes how the family dynamic changes in the presence of autism. The psychological demands that Thomas' parents have endured are revealing of both the complexities of autism and parenthood. The producer does a fine job of editing his interviews with the parents and integrating narration so that you have a substantial understanding of the family but you are also given enough freedom to draw your own conclusions about how they are managing. This piece is poignant and satisfying emotionally and intellectually. You could broadcast this on any show that deals with family dynamics, behavioral disorders, or coping mechanisms--or simply broadcast it because it's a good piece and you have the time.