Daniel (P.S. I Love You)

Diagnosis: Asperger's

Portrayed by Harry Connick, Jr.

Daniel is an adult bartender, a minor character, who makes harsh and abrasive comments, and clearly doesn’t think before speaking. He frequently jokes about his condition and “takes a pill” every time he does or says something horrible. 

(Pills for Happiness Clip)

Since Daniel has little screen time, we know very little about him or his disorder. I really HATE that they gave his character Asperger's because the main thing we find out about him is from the scene above. 

Just clarify, there is no medication used to "treat" autism itself. Although there is no known cure or prevention, there are many treatments that can reduce some of the challenges students might face. Treatments are tailored specifically to an individual's strengths, weaknesses and needs. Biomedical interventions include modification of diet, immune system regulation and medication to treat coexisting symptoms (e.g. anxiety or hyperactivity). Nonmedical treatments include behavioral modification and educational approaches (special education) and speech, physical and/or occupational therapies. 

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is a widely used technique intended to shape and reinforce positive or new behaviors and reduce undesirable ones. It involves an intense, one-on-one child-therapist (or teacher) interaction. It is often used to teach verbal behavior or is used as “pivotal response” training. Social skills training programs are also important to teach a child social norms, including personal space, making eye contact, not to interrupt, to play nicely with peers, have manners, etc. This misinformation is dangerous and because there is medication available to treat many childhood disorders, people assume there is also medication to treat ASD. This is completely incorrect. 

If the writers are bothering to include this character, they should really do their research to find out what is correct. Conveying incorrect information is wrong and misleading for the viewers. Have you seen the movie? What did you think about this scene?