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The above image captures autism perfectly. ASD is often represented as a rainbow because of the various conditions it applies to. It is common for a child diagnosed with autism to need support from others, and it takes teamwork to help the child reach their full potential. A puzzle piece is also one of the main symbols for autism that brings awareness to the condition. Combining that and the rainbow creates a powerful image for autism awareness.
The following scene displays one of the prominent traits an autistic children possesses: an obsession or interest in one topic or area of study. Sam's interest is penguins and the Arctic. Autistic children are also known for being very honest, which is also seen in this particular scene.
Atypical is a Netflix original show that was released in August 2017. It stars Keir Gilchrist as Sam Gardner, a high school student that is on the autism spectrum. Even though Sam is on the spectrum, he is high functioning teen; however, he struggles socially.
In the show, he decides that he wants to find love. The show portrays his quest for a girlfriend along with scenes of his breakdowns, tough love from his younger sister, and his obsession with penguins. While the series does an excellent job portraying the life of a student with autism, it does not even begin to scratch the surface of autism as a whole and the autism spectrum.
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