Mattel has added an autisitc Barbie doll

[Kosta]

I learned some thing about autism from this.


"The doll includes articulated elbows and wrists to allow for movements such as hand flapping and other gestures often used for sensory regulation or expression.

The doll’s eyes are positioned with a slightly averted gaze, reflecting how some people on the autism spectrum may avoid direct eye contact. Accessories include a pink finger-clip fidget spinner that spins, pink noise-canceling headphones designed to reduce sensory overload, and a pink tablet displaying symbol-based Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) apps used to support communication.
Autistic Barbie doll in purple dress

The new doll has a suggested retail price of $11.87. (Mattel / Reuters)

The doll also features sensory-conscious clothing, including a loose-fitting purple pinstripe A-line dress with short sleeves and a flowy skirt designed to limit fabric-to-skin contact. Flat purple shoes are included to promote stability and ease of movement."






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[TheButcher]

Will they come out with an autistic Ken doll?

[NSWDave]

Will kids with Autism notice the changes?

[deviantz]

More choices = more sales = more profits

[jag]

I learned some thing about autism from this.


"The doll includes articulated elbows and wrists to allow for movements such as hand flapping and other gestures often used for sensory regulation or expression.

The doll’s eyes are positioned with a slightly averted gaze, reflecting how some people on the autism spectrum may avoid direct eye contact. Accessories include a pink finger-clip fidget spinner that spins, pink noise-canceling headphones designed to reduce sensory overload, and a pink tablet displaying symbol-based Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) apps used to support communication.
Autistic Barbie doll in purple dress

The new doll has a suggested retail price of $11.87. (Mattel / Reuters)

The doll also features sensory-conscious clothing, including a loose-fitting purple pinstripe A-line dress with short sleeves and a flowy skirt designed to limit fabric-to-skin contact. Flat purple shoes are included to promote stability and ease of movement."




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Is that what people with Autism like or is it some fashion statement?

[bucksm]

More choices = more sales = more profits

Bingo

[trafficseller]

Welcome to woke times

[tacnet]

Around 1 in 30 kids is born with autism. Why is it woke that they should be able to get a doll that looks and acts like they do ?? I don't understand what the big fuss is ??

I guess some people think we should just go back to white, blond haired, blue eyed Barbie dolls and NOTHING else

[Austin]

Around 1 in 30 kids is born with autism. Why is it woke that they should be able to get a doll that looks and acts like they do ?? I don't understand what the big fuss is ??

I guess some people think we should just go back to white, blond haired, blue eyed Barbie dolls and NOTHING else

Is it that high?

[viking]

Will they come out with an autistic Ken doll?

They probably will over time

[notty]

Some major people have been thought to have Autism to some degree, Albert Einstein, Charles Darwin, Bill Gates, Michelangelo, Sir Isaac Newton, Nikola Tesla, Elon Musk,

[Big MOE]

Some major people have been thought to have Autism to some degree, Albert Einstein, Charles Darwin, Bill Gates, Michelangelo, Sir Isaac Newton, Nikola Tesla, Elon Musk,

Autism makes for smarter people?