Perpetual grieving, re-opening, & more grieving in the coronavirus pandemic

There is a lot to grieve in the age of the coronavirus. But, it seems perpetual. This is leaving people stuck along the stages of grief, which has resulted in a re-opening of society that, sadly, will likely lead to more grieving. Continue Reading

Coronavirus lockdown protester: a candid hypocrite

A sign held by a female protester in Tennessee demanding the state reopen for business went viral during the coronavirus pandemic. Most reacted with outrage or disbelief. But her candor should be recognized, and also her hypocrisy. Continue Reading

Caregivers of individuals with Down syndrome have one job when it comes to COVID-19

Based on the much higher casualty rate for individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) as reported from the state of New York, caregivers of individuals with Down syndrome have one job when it comes to COVID-19: do not let your loved one get infected. Continue Reading

Disability Advocates Seek State Policy Against Discrimination in COVID-19 Medical Rationing

Advocates are seeking clear state policy to prevent discrimination when it comes to medical rationing decisions due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Continue Reading

The Stockdale Paradox & Coronavirus: pushing back against discriminatory rationing

New York Times COVID-19 Reported Cases Map, March 27, 2020 “This is a very important lesson. You must never confuse faith that you will prevail in the end—which you can never afford to lose—with the discipline to confront the most brutal facts of your current reality, whatever they might be.” Continue Reading

Coronavirus pandemic, discrimination, and cold reality

What can be expected as the coronavirus pandemic expands, with more and more positive cases being reported? For those with Down syndrome, they should expect discrimination and, therefore, should plan to deal with this cold reality. Continue Reading