3 Things that Helped Me Combat the Mental Effects of SMA
While spinal muscular atrophy is strictly a physical condition, it can still take a mental and emotional toll…
Kevin Schaefer (he/him) is a writer, podcaster, and lover of all things pop culture. Diagnosed with SMA type 2 at the age of 18 months in 1995, he shares a vast array of hilarious and eye-opening stories from his life with a neuromuscular disability. He works as the associate director of community content for this site’s parent company, BioNews. He also hosts the SMA News Today Podcast. Kevin is a graduate of North Carolina State University and lives with his parents in Cary, NC. People regularly mistake him for Tony Stark, on account of his intellect and advanced technological equipment.
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While spinal muscular atrophy is strictly a physical condition, it can still take a mental and emotional toll…
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Since starting my full-time position here at SMA News Today, I’ve had the opportunity to take part…
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