4 chapters across the catalog
Focal Dystonia Diagnosis, Transition to Digital Drawing
Scott Adams details his struggle with focal dystonia, a neurological condition that caused spasms in his drawing hand. He explains how switching to a computer and stylus tricked his brain into not recognizing the activity as "drawing," eventually allowing him to remediate the problem and increase his productivity.
Focal Dystonia, Digital Drawing Transition and Recovery
Scott Adams details his struggle with focal dystonia, a neurological condition that caused spasms in his drawing hand starting around 2004. He explains how switching to a computer and stylus tricked his brain into not recognizing the activity as "drawing," allowing him to continue working. Through specific hand exercises, Adams claims to have remediated the problem, becoming a rare case in medical literature.
Vaccine Skepticism, Desiree Jennings Viral Video
A viral video featuring Redskins cheerleader Desiree Jennings, who claimed to suffer a neurological reaction to a flu shot, is cited as a major driver of vaccine skepticism among students. Health experts express frustration that YouTube clips carry more weight than scientific data. The statistical claims made by news reports regarding the reach of the video are questioned.
Desiree Jennings Flu Shot Controversy and Hoax Claims
The case of cheerleader Desiree Jennings, who claimed to suffer from a neurological disorder causing her to walk backwards after a flu shot, is identified as a potential scam. Research suggests the condition was linked to a practitioner of alternative medicine, leading to skepticism regarding the validity of the vaccine-induced injury.
