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“We have pills for headaches. We have antidepressants for sadness. We had God for believers. We have nothing for autism.” quote by Lisa Genova
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““We have pills for headaches. We have antidepressants for sadness. We had God for believers. We have nothing for autism.””

Lisa Genova

About This Quote

Source Interview: The Genius of Autism, Lisa Genova, 2015

The quote highlights a gap in medical treatments: while many conditions have drugs, autism lacks a comparable cure, underscoring societal neglect.

In simple terms: Autism lacks a specific medication.

Key Takeaway

Advocate for research and support.

Themes

health disability advocacy

Mood

concerned urgent

Type

social advocacy

When to use this quote

  • policy advocacy
  • clinical research
  • education programs

Key Concepts

medical gaps social responsibility

Questions to Reflect On

  • What can society do to better support autistic individuals?
  • How can awareness change funding priorities?
A Different Perspective

Medical solutions may not address all needs.

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