When police officers mistake autism for suspicious behavior
Originally published June 12, 2018 by The Atlantic
Some traits of autism spectrum disorder, such as social anxiety and trouble making eye contact, are interpreted as suspicious by law enforcement. Consequently, many police departments are offering autism training to help officers understand how to interact with this population. Often, however, the training isn’t mandated. The article reviews measures being implemented, including disability identification cards in Illinois.
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