Mattel Releases 1st Autistic Barbie Doll. See What Makes Her Unique

Mattel just released its first autistic Barbie doll, designed with the Autism Self Advocacy Network. She comes with a fidget spinner, tablet and headphones.
CNET

New Autistic Barbie Has Noise-Canceling Headphones, Fidget Spinner, AAC Tablet Accessories

CNET editor Gael Fashingbauer Cooper, a journalist and pop-culture junkie, is co-author of "Whatever Happened to Pudding Pops? The Lost Toys, Tastes and Trends of the '70s and '80s," as well as "The ...
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Autistic Barbie is a step forward for disability representation

Not everyone is happy with the new doll, but autistic people and advocates have reason to cheer.
Daily Mail

Backlash against first autistic Barbie for 'reinforcing stereotypes': Critics claim doll with fidget spinner, noise-cancelling headphones and side-gazing eyes is offensive

Mattel's first-ever autistic Barbie is facing backlash from critics who claim the doll is offensive to people with neurodiversity and 'reinforces stereotypes'. The American toymaker said that the doll ...
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Quiet zones, fidgets and ear muffs: Minnesota parades and festivals add sensory accommodations

The crowds, bright lights, strong smells and loud sounds of parades and fairs can overwhelm those with sensory sensitivities, including people with autism and ADHD. Twin Cities Pride is among the ...
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Clickeez kawaii fidget keycaps ASMR unboxing!

Unboxing Clickeez kawaii fidget keycaps. Satisfying ASMR sounds! #asmr #fidgets #fivebelow ...