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Pros and Cons of Character Portrayals of Autism on TV and Film
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Nordahl-Hansen, Anders; Øien, Roald A.; Fletcher-Watson, Sue – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 2018
Portrayals of characters with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and/or with autistic traits on film and in TV-series are increasing. Such portrayals may contribute in increasing awareness of the condition but can also increase stereotypes. Thus, these character portrayals are subject to heated debate within the ASD-community, but also in the general…
Descriptors: Autism, Television, Programming (Broadcast), Stereotypes