Autism is considered a disorder in the medical world.
At higher severities, autism can cripple the individual's social, cognitive and physical abilities.
At higher severities, autism can cripple the individual's social, cognitive and physical abilities.
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Warning: this film contains flashing lights, bright colours and loud, sudden noises. Some people might experience motion sickness in this 360 degree virtual reality film.
Provided by The National Autistic Society, this interactive simulation allows one to see the world as someone with autism might. You can drag across the screen while the video is playing to "look around". This sensory overload is experienced by many on the spectrum, especially in large social settings. |
Image Credit:
Judy, Lisa. “Dark Clouds in Brain” VeryWellHealth,, 13, May, 2019, https://www.verywellhealth.com/why-high-functioning-autism-is-so-challenging-259951
Video Credit:
The National Autistic Society. “Autism TMI Virtual Reality Experience.” Youtube, Jun 9, 2016, https://youtu.be/DgDR_gYk_a8
Judy, Lisa. “Dark Clouds in Brain” VeryWellHealth,, 13, May, 2019, https://www.verywellhealth.com/why-high-functioning-autism-is-so-challenging-259951
Video Credit:
The National Autistic Society. “Autism TMI Virtual Reality Experience.” Youtube, Jun 9, 2016, https://youtu.be/DgDR_gYk_a8