IllnessAwareness

Question from a reader:
I have some questions regarding a statement made by a well-known screenwriter who said, “Don’t use illness as a tool for emotion.” It seems contradictory to me that he has worked on many pieces that revolve around disabilities and illnesses in the past, yet now he makes such a statement. I believe it is essential for former announcers to share their experiences as it raises important social issues. Criticizing her for using her voice as a “tool for emotion” feels like it ignores her intentions. When