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In this edition, you will find the following resourceful topics:
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Spotlight: Daryl Hannah
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Trivia: What is the most widely accepted symbol of autism today?
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Tools & Tips: Algebra Touch
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Featured Videos:
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For Parents: 9 Childhood Autistic Traits in Girls | EARLY SIGNS OF AUTISM
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For Professionals: Why Can’t You Find a Job as an Autistic Person?
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Podcast: ADHD and Autism: Adult Diagnosis and Daily Hacks
Daryl Hannah and Autism
Daryl Hannah, celebrated for her unforgettable roles in films like Blade Runner, Splash, and Kill Bill, has been open about her lifelong journey with autism. She was diagnosed as a child and has learned to see her unique perspective as a strength, not a limitation. In her own words: I wasted too much time being scared, self-conscious and insecure. Life is too short to stress the small things anymore.
Beyond her cinematic success, Daryl’s journey includes a series of remarkable achievements:
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Bringing the enigmatic replicant Pris to life in Blade Runner.
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Portraying the beloved mermaid Madison in Splash.
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Challenging stereotypes with her transformative performance as the fierce assassin Elle Driver in Kill Bill.
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Using her platform to champion environmental sustainability and social causes.
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Serving as a role model for accepting neurodiversity and living life on one’s own terms.
✨ Remember: Your unique journey, with all its challenges and triumphs, is what makes you shine.
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