Autistic people are so rarely depicted in media and entertainment, it's no wonder most people don't really understand much ...

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"I love the message that it sends to children," Katy told USA TODAY. "Like it tells autistic children who might see ...

There was some backlash to Mattel's newly introduced autistic Barbie. But one doll could never represent an entire community.

The newest addition to the Barbie Fashionistas line was created in collaboration with the Autistic Self Advocacy Network, ...

Mattel’s publishing division is partnering with bestselling author Alex Aster on a Barbie young adult novel out on July 28.

There’s only so much innovation you can wring out of a doll, which is why Mattel has put its energy into diversification. No ...

The new Fashionistas doll was created with autistic advocates and includes headphones, a fidget, and sensory-friendly design.

Before checkpoints and tutorials, games like Contra, Super Mario Bros, Street Fighter II, Prince of Persia, and The Legend of ...

Barbie just took another major step forward in inclusive play. Mattel has officially introduced its first Autistic Barbie.

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