Random Post #2

Hello world!
So as mentioned in previous entries, I am writing my research paper on autism and the social perspective on this disorder. How it pertains to me, is that my brother has mild autism. Earlier today, I was talking to my mom about this paper. I explained how I'm trying to emphasize that there was a social stigma attached to autism, and how we view autism today. My mom was surprised that this is my topic for my paper, but she was proud that I decided to tackle this broad topic. Hopefully, my experiences hook in readers and spark an interest in them! I hope that you look at my paper kindly!
Thank you for reading :]

Research Log

Caruso, Daniela. "Autism in the U.S.: Social Movement and Legal Change." American Journal of Law & Medicine 36.4 (2010): 483-539. Academic Search Premier. EBSCO. Web. 1 Mar. 2011.
The author highlighted the awareness of autism in the United States, and how the government is taking charge. He introduces a few legal movements that brought about the autism movement and the consequences. 






Serge Larochelle, et al. "Atypical Categorical Perception in Autism: Autonomy of Discrimination?." Journal of Autism & Developmental Disorders 37.3 (2007): 481-490. Academic Search Premier. EBSCO. Web. 1 Mar. 2011.

John Q

In the film John Q, there were many scenes that emphasized rhetorical devices. One scene that stood out to me was the scene when John was laying on the operating table, preparing to shoot himself. At that time, so many things were going on: the nurse received word that there was a perfect heart for Mike, so the wife was trying to get in touch with John.
In that scene, as a viewer I was so anxious. Definitely, this scene used pathos as a device to bring up the tension/suspension in the film. I was feeling anxious and scared, yet curious on what was going to happen next. They definitely used pathos to draw in the viewers and keep them guessing for more.