The Cruelty and Complexity of SMA
In season five of the FX series “Sons of Anarchy,” main character Jax Teller (Charlie…
Articles by Kevin Schaefer
Reflections on My Post-college Life
Two years ago, I had just graduated from college and I found myself filled with uncertainty…
Therapy Developments, Gratitude, and Patience
A few days ago, I met with an occupational therapist to evaluate the effects of my…
Relying On My Parents More During the Holidays
The holidays are when I spend time with family and friends, put off Christmas shopping until…
The Most Helpful Technologies I Use
Between smartphones, artificial intelligence, and social media platforms that allow people to post cat memes and…
My Adventures at the 2018 North Carolina Comicon
Recently, I attended one of my favorite events of the year, the North Carolina Comicon.
See a Urologist if You Have SMA — Your Kidneys Will Thank You
One morning in August 2013, I woke up with a pain unlike anything I had felt…
On Being ‘Cool’ When You’re in a Wheelchair
On Halloween this year, I dressed as the Marvel Comics superhero Daredevil. Blind lawyer Matt…
SMA Creates Unconventional Sibling Relationships
As a kid, I was notorious for dropping my cherished action figures on the floor. Instinctively,…
Why Humor Is Essential When You Have SMA
I went to Barnes & Noble by myself while my mom went to dinner with…