Dr. Loveland answers the question: 'Autism Depictions In Movies, Books?' Oct. 23, 2008 -- Question: Are movies such as "Rain Man" accurate depictions of someone who has autism? Answer: Media ...

Hollywood doesn't always get it right – especially when it comes to portraying autism. For every nuanced, heartfelt depiction, there's a tone-deaf performance or a script that confuses stereotypes for ...

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On screen and across pages, it is rare to have a character that perfectly emulates what it is like to have a disability.