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The three groups now form a confederation called Autism Switzerland.) Autism Society Canada was established in 1976. [297] Autism support group APAFAC was founded in Catalonia in 1976. [298] It was joined by Aspanaes in Galacia in 1979, [299] and similar bodies in other parts of Spain after that.
[50] Similar to Lexie, Theo has a very "caring nature." [61] By the time Pettis stepped into the role, Theo has been living with autism for more than half his life. While Pettis keeps Theo's condition in mind, he made an effort to see "Theo as a person first" instead of some "autistic kid." This allowed Pettis portray Theo with "more humanity."
Some people consider it best to use person-first language, for example "a person with a disability" rather than "a disabled person." [1] However identity-first language, as in "autistic person" or "deaf person", is preferred by many people and organizations. [2] Language can influence individuals' perception of disabled people and disability. [3]
Temple Grandin is a 2010 American biographical drama television film directed by Mick Jackson and starring Claire Danes as Temple Grandin, an autistic woman whose innovations revolutionized practices for the humane handling of livestock on cattle ranches and slaughterhouses.
The film was inspired by director Alonso Mayo's experiences at Centro Ann Sullivan del Perú. [3] While finishing his undergrad studies in film and journalism in Peru, Mayo helped produce a series of training videos for creating supported employment programs and met many men and women with autism and other developmental disabilities.
Then, Steven realizes he has to move on. He wins the first race he runs in and Philip gets into a special music school by playing his newfound guitar talent over the phone. Corrine then founds The Miracle Run Foundation for research into autism. Steven gives a speech about how his mother helped him and his brother with their autism.
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Do-si-Do with Autism: Sarah Stup [o] USA [169] 2007 Blackwolf Soon I Will Be Invincible: Austin Grossman USA [170] 2007 Adam Eye Contact: Cammie McGovern USA [171] Amelia 2008 Jessica Fontaine The Language of Others: Clare Morrall England [172] [173] 2008 Gillian Grayson Mass Effect: Ascension: Drew Karpyshyn Canada [174] 2008 Mickey Tussler