In this episode of the ⁠⁠⁠Movie Health Podcast⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠Kathryn⁠⁠⁠⁠ talks with Dr. Kerry Magro, an autism advocate, speaker, and author. Kerry shares his journey with autism and how theatre helped him find his voice and build social skills. He discusses his work as an autism advocate, focusing on disability inclusion in the workplace. Kerry also talks about his role as an autism consultant in films and TV shows, emphasising the importance of authentic representation. He shares tips for autistic individuals who want to pursue their passions in the entertainment industry and encourages everyone to speak up about mental health challenges.

Takeaways

• Theatre can be therapeutic and healing for individuals with autism, helping them develop communication skills and social connections.
• Autism advocates play a crucial role in raising awareness, promoting inclusion, and supporting individuals with autism and their families.
• Authentic representation of autism in films and TV shows is essential, and autistic individuals should be given opportunities to audition for and play autistic characters.
• Companies should prioritize disability inclusion in the workplace by creating a sensory-friendly environment and implementing inclusive hiring practices.
• Speaking up about mental health challenges is essential, and seeking support from therapists or counsellors can significantly benefit individuals' well-being.

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