Journalist Eric Garcia: Additional Issues for Autistic People in Minority Groups

The lack of or a late diagnosis of autism can come at a serious cost in the short and long term, especially for people of color, women, and those in the LGBTQ+ community who are often misdiagnosed or overlooked. 

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Eric Garcia

Eric Garcia is a Washington, D.C.-based journalist focused on politics and policy and currently the senior Washington correspondent for The Independent. In our interview, Garcia talks about autism myths, recognizing the gifts and abilities of autistic people, how teachers can help their autistic students succeed and realize their potential, the role of accessible classrooms, autism and equity, how autistic people are portrayed in the media, and more.

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