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The Daily Digest: Crafting Safe Online Spaces For Autistic Children

Dr Daniel LeGoff, Paediatric Neuropsychologist

04-Oct-19 14:30

The Daily Digest: Crafting Safe Online Spaces For Autistic Children

Children on the autism spectrum can struggle with navigating the complexities of social interactions. An online community centred around the popular video game Minecraft is hoping to build a more inclusive space for children with autism.

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Presented by: Sharmilla Ganesan, Juliet Jacobs, Sumitra Selvaraj


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Tags:  The Bigger Picture,  The Daily Digest,  autism,  Minecraft,  Autcraft,  children,  safe virtual playground,  online community, 


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