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3 must watch documentaries that will forever change the way you view autism

Here are three documentaries/films that share autistic experiences and perspectives:

  1. "Life, Animated" (2016): This documentary follows the story of Owen Suskind, an autistic young man who learned to communicate through his love of Disney animated films. The film explores Owen's journey and the role that Disney played in helping him navigate the world as an autistic individual.

  2. "Deej" (2017): This documentary follows the story of DJ Savarese, an autistic young man who was abandoned by his birth parents and eventually adopted by a loving family. The film explores DJ's experiences as an autistic individual, including his advocacy work and his efforts to challenge stereotypes and misconceptions about autism.

  3. "In My Language" (2007): This short film, directed by Amanda Baggs, provides a unique perspective on autism from an autistic individual. The film shows Baggs engaging in self-stimulatory behaviours and communicating through her own unique form of language, challenging the viewer's assumptions about what it means to communicate and connect with others.

By watching these documentaries/films, you can gain a deeper understanding of the experiences and perspectives of autistic individuals, while also learning about the challenges and opportunities that come with living with autism. These films can help to challenge stereotypes and misconceptions about autism, promote acceptance and understanding, and encourage us to see the value and worth of all individuals, regardless of their neurodiversity.

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