929 Beyond Stereotypes: An Analysis of How Autistic Spectrum Disorder is Depicted in Movies, 1962-2009

Palanivel, V; Anjay, M A; Palanivel, J. A.

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“…Attitudes towards autistic young people may be driven by representations of Autism in the media, which, at times, reinforce myths and contribute to negative Autism stereotypes (Palanivel, Anjay & Palanivel, 2010). The portrayal of autistic characters in some television shows and movies are influenced by extreme cultural stereotypes of Autism, such as hand flapping (i.e.…”

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An exploration from a life course perspective of the transition from school for autistic young people

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The transition from school is a feature of typical adolescence, but can be challenging for autistic young people. While their experiences at school can be difficult, schools also afford structure and routine and can provide external support for young autistic people and their families. They provide reasonably predictable social networks as well as opportunities to encounter others outside of the family. Upon leaving school, autistic young people lose ready access to expected routines and established social groups and often disengage from the community. For many, the transition from school is confusing and stressful.In this thesis, I explore, from a life course perspective, the transition from school for autistic young people without intellectual impairment. Life transitions involve relinquishing some roles and adopting others. Adopting new roles such as worker, homemaker, parent and spouse, which are more complex and less predictable than the role of school child, can be problematic for autistic young people. For example, the unpredictability of interview processes and environments (e.g., the questions to be asked, bright lights, distracting noises) can make getting a job difficult. Difficulties identifying and responding to unspoken social rules and workplace routines can result in loss of employment.The transition from school is one of many turning points within a person's whole life.This transition follows experiences earlier in life (e.g., childhood and at school) and precedes later life stages. It also occurs in particular social and historical contexts.

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“…The portrayal of autistic characters in some television shows and movies are influenced by extreme cultural stereotypes of Autism, such as hand flapping (i.e. stimming), restricted interests, autistic savant abilities and limited eye contact (Loftis, 2015;Palanivel, Anjay & Palanivel, 2010).…”

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929 Beyond Stereotypes: An Analysis of How Autistic Spectrum Disorder is Depicted in Movies, 1962-2009

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