From the Archives
"How do you respond to a newborn who won't reach out his arms to you and refuses all physical contact? What do you do with a child who bites or scratches you instead of hugging you, and who never cries when you put him down?" This is how Arme-Marguerite Vexian captured autism in one of the articles from Issue 55 of Ombre e Luci, published in 1996 and devoted entirely to this condition. Testimonies and reflections from Henri Bissonier, Francesca Trionfi, Filippo Ascenzi, and Denise Herbaudiere.
Worth Watching
Sam Gardner's story reaches its end. The fourth and final season of Atypical arrived on Netflix on July 9, leaving us with one of television's most accomplished portrayals of autism. Series creator Robia Rashid expressed her satisfaction with the "message of hope" the show has shared with viewers. We watched it for you, and here's what we think.
Benedetta's Blog
Back at the Sea
I made it back to the sea this year too. I'm in Castiglione della Pescaia, in Tuscany. I always come here because I like it. When I arrived, some things made me happy and some didn't—I even got angry. Keep reading…
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The watchword: BLOOM!
Young people from the communities in Cesano Boscone, Carugate, and Milan Centro headed off for a week-long camp in Cesenatico.
Sea, pastries, games, and plenty of friendship—captured in these wonderful photos.
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